Slab Contrasted Ugla 2 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype; 'Breve Slab Text', 'Polyphonic', and 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype; 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether; and 'Bommer Slab' and 'Bommer Slab Rounded' by dooType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, traditional, rugged, editorial, collegiate, impact, heritage, authority, visibility, durability, blocky, sturdy, bracketed, compact, high-impact.
A heavy slab-serif with broad, rectangular serifs and sturdy, bracketed joins that give the letterforms a carved, poster-like solidity. Strokes are thick with visible (but not extreme) contrast, and terminals tend to finish bluntly, reinforcing a blocky silhouette. Counters are moderately open, curves are full and rounded, and the overall spacing reads slightly tight, producing a dense, dark typographic color. Uppercase forms feel commanding and stable, while the lowercase keeps the same robust structure with simple, workmanlike details.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and prominent display copy where mass and impact are desired. It can also work well for logos, labels, and packaging that benefit from a traditional, rugged voice. For longer passages, it reads most comfortably at larger sizes where the heavy color feels intentional and expressive.
The font conveys a bold, dependable tone with a classic, old-school presence. Its strong slabs and compact rhythm suggest authority and practicality, leaning toward heritage and collegiate cues rather than sleek modernity. The overall impression is emphatic and no-nonsense, designed to hold attention at a glance.
Likely drawn to deliver maximum presence with a classic slab-serif structure, balancing strong rectangular serifs with slightly softened brackets for a durable, approachable feel. The design prioritizes clear, high-impact shapes that remain recognizable and consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals.
In text settings, the weight creates a strong rhythm and a pronounced headline texture; the slab serifs remain prominent even at larger paragraph sizes. Numerals are equally heavy and sturdy, matching the uppercase for signage-like emphasis.