Slab Contrasted Urno 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Tisa' and 'FF Tisa Paneuropean' by FontFont, 'Alkes' by Fontfabric, and 'QuaText' by LucasFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, packaging, signage, sturdy, confident, traditional, robust, impact, authority, readability, heritage, bracketed, weighty, compact, ink-trap-like, high-contrast.
A sturdy slab-serif with heavy, bracketed serifs and a pronounced, weighty presence. Strokes show noticeable contrast, with strong verticals and fuller joins that create a dense, stable texture in text. Counters are relatively compact, terminals and corners feel slightly softened, and the overall drawing leans toward a traditional, print-oriented rhythm rather than geometric precision. Figures and capitals carry broad proportions and firm baseline anchoring, reinforcing the font’s solid, grounded silhouette.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and other short-to-medium text where a strong, traditional voice is desired. It can work effectively for editorial design, branding, packaging, and signage that benefits from a sturdy slab-serif texture and assertive letterforms. In longer passages, generous spacing and careful sizing help maintain clarity given the dark overall color.
The typeface reads as confident and authoritative, with a classic editorial tone. Its robust slabs and concentrated color evoke heritage printing and utilitarian signage, while the controlled contrast adds a touch of refinement. Overall it feels dependable and emphatic rather than delicate or playful.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold slab-serif voice with a classic print sensibility—combining substantial serifs and sturdy structure with enough contrast to feel polished. Its forms prioritize impact and legibility at display sizes while retaining an editorial, old-style character in continuous reading.
In the sample text, the bold serifs and compact counters produce a dark, consistent paragraph color, especially at larger sizes. The heavier bottoming and bracketed connections help keep lines cohesive, though the strong weight can dominate in tight settings. Numerals and capitals appear particularly emphatic, suited to punchy, high-impact typographic moments.