Slab Contrasted Gyvy 2 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Archer' by Hoefler & Co., 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, and 'Gintona Slab' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, signage, retro, western, friendly, bold, playful, display impact, vintage feel, rugged branding, attention grabbing, chunky, softened, bracketed, sturdy, rounded.
A heavy, blocky slab serif with generously proportioned forms and softened corners that keep the dense weight from feeling harsh. Serifs are broad and square with subtle bracketing, and the overall stroke modulation is modest, giving a sturdy, poster-like rhythm. Counters are compact and shapes lean toward geometric simplicity, with a noticeably robust baseline presence and evenly filled texture in text. Numerals and capitals read wide and stable, while the lowercase keeps a straightforward, workmanlike construction with rounded terminals and strong verticals.
Best suited to headlines and short, emphatic copy where its thick slabs and compact counters can read as intentional character. It works well for posters, signage, labels, and brand marks that want a vintage, rugged presence with a friendly edge.
The tone is confident and nostalgic, evoking vintage display typography with a hint of western or fairground flavor. Its thick slabs and friendly rounding make it feel approachable and a bit playful, while still projecting strength and solidity.
The design appears intended to provide a high-impact slab serif with a classic, Americana-leaning voice—built for attention at display sizes while maintaining coherent, consistent texture across mixed-case settings.
At larger sizes it delivers impactful silhouettes and distinctive slab/ink-trap-like notches in a few joins that add character. In dense settings the heavy weight and tight internal spaces can make long passages feel compact, so it benefits from comfortable tracking and generous leading when used for multi-line copy.