Slab Contrasted Urdi 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kiperman' by Harbor Type, 'ITC Pacella' by ITC, 'Diaria Pro' by Mint Type, and 'Lastik' by That That Creative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, mastheads, branding, sturdy, confident, classic, editorial, collegiate, impact, authority, heritage, readability, bracketed, chunky, ball terminals, wide serifs, tight apertures.
A robust serif with prominent slab-like, bracketed serifs and a compact, muscular build. Strokes show clear but controlled contrast, with thick verticals and slightly lighter curves that keep counters relatively tight. Round forms (O, C, G, o, e) are full and weighty, while joins and terminals are firm and often subtly rounded. Lowercase features a two-storey a and g, a broad-shouldered n/m, and a t with a substantial crossbar, all contributing to an even, emphatic texture in paragraph settings. Numerals are sturdy and high-impact, with the 2 and 3 showing rounded bowls and strong horizontal finishing strokes.
Best suited for headlines, mastheads, posters, and cover typography where a sturdy serif voice is needed. It can also work for branding and packaging that benefits from a classic, authoritative feel, and for short editorial callouts where strong typographic color is desired.
The overall tone is strong, dependable, and traditional, with an assertive presence that reads as institutional and editorial. Its heavy slabs and compact counters convey seriousness and authority, while the rounded details keep it from feeling overly rigid.
The design appears intended to deliver a confident, traditional serif presence with modern sturdiness—combining slab-like support with measured contrast for clear, attention-grabbing typography.
The font maintains a consistent rhythm across caps and lowercase, with noticeable weight concentration in vertical stems and generous serif footprints that anchor lines well. Spacing in the samples appears comfortable for display and short text, producing a dense, impactful color at larger sizes.