Slab Rounded Gusa 2 is a light, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, branding, friendly, approachable, classic, bookish, readability, soften slab, editorial tone, approachable serif, rounded serifs, soft corners, bracketed, warm, legible.
A lightly built serif with slab-like, rounded serifs and softened joins that give the letters a cushioned, ink-friendly feel. Strokes stay fairly even with minimal contrast, and curves are open and generously shaped for clarity. The serifs are prominent but not sharp, often ending in rounded terminals, and many corners throughout the design are subtly radiused. Overall spacing and rhythm feel steady and readable, with simple, upright construction and compact letterforms that maintain definition at text sizes.
It suits continuous reading in editorial layouts, books, and magazine typography where a calm, even color is desirable. The rounded slab presence also works well for friendly branding, packaging, and headings that need a classic serif character without sharpness.
The tone is warm and personable while still reading as traditional and editorial. Rounded slab features add a gentle, slightly nostalgic voice—more inviting than formal—making it feel conversational without becoming casual or quirky.
The design appears intended to blend the sturdy, readable structure of a slab serif with rounded finishing for a softer, more approachable voice. Its restrained contrast and consistent detailing suggest a focus on dependable text performance with a distinctive, gentle personality.
Numerals match the softened slab theme, with clear, straightforward forms and rounded finishing details that keep them consistent with the letters. The lowercase shows clear differentiation and sturdy silhouettes, supporting long passages with an even texture.