Slab Contrasted Piri 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Arcanite Slab' by 38-lineart, 'Archer' by Hoefler & Co., 'Cyntho Next Slab' by Mint Type, 'Alumina' by Rafaeiro Typeiro, and 'Lev Serif' by TypeFaith Fonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, robust, friendly, retro, confident, hearty, impact, readability, nostalgia, approachability, authority, blocky, chunky, softened, bracketed, sturdy.
A heavy, block-driven serif with broad proportions and prominent slab terminals. Serifs read as thick and supportive, with gentle bracketing and slightly rounded joins that keep the forms from feeling harsh. Counters are relatively compact for the weight, and curves (C, G, S, O) are smooth and full, while horizontals and stems maintain a consistent, sturdy rhythm. Lowercase shows solid, workmanlike shapes with substantial bowls and a single-storey-style simplicity in forms like a and g, contributing to an even, dense texture in paragraph settings.
Best suited to headlines and display settings where its thick slabs and broad letterforms can deliver immediate impact. It can also work well for branding, packaging, and signage that benefits from a sturdy, approachable voice, especially in short-to-medium text blocks where the dense texture reads as intentional and bold.
The overall tone is confident and hearty, blending an old-school, poster-like presence with a warm approachability. Its bold slabs and broad stance feel dependable and slightly nostalgic, lending a friendly authority rather than sharp formality.
The design appears intended to provide a strong, highly legible slab-serif voice with a welcoming, slightly vintage character. Its broad stance, supportive serifs, and softened detailing suggest a focus on impactful display typography that remains readable and personable.
The weight distribution and strong serifs create a pronounced baseline and cap-line presence, which helps short words and headlines lock into place. In continuous text the dense color and compact counters emphasize impact over delicacy, making it especially attention-grabbing at larger sizes.