Slab Contrasted Osli 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Milo Slab' by FontFont, 'Open Serif' by Matteson Typographics, and 'Amasis' and 'Amasis eText' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, signage, sturdy, confident, traditional, collegiate, impact, authority, readability, heritage, bracketed serifs, blocky, robust, compact, high impact.
A robust slab-serif with heavy, block-like terminals and subtly bracketed joins that soften the slab geometry. Strokes are generally even with just enough modulation to keep counters open, while the letterforms maintain a compact, steady rhythm. The capitals are wide and authoritative with strong horizontals, and the lowercase shows rounded bowls and sturdy stems that hold up well at display sizes. Numerals are dense and rectangular in feel, matching the typeface’s overall weight and blunt, anchored footing.
Well-suited to headlines and short-form display where strong serifs and dense color can create immediate impact. It also fits editorial openers, labels, and packaging where a sturdy, traditional voice is desired, and can work for signage or branding that benefits from a grounded, authoritative presence.
The font conveys a grounded, no-nonsense tone—confident and dependable rather than delicate. Its chunky slabs and compact proportions suggest classic print vernacular, evoking institutional, collegiate, and editorial cues with a slightly vintage, poster-ready presence.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic slab-serif voice with maximum punch: strong serifs, compact rhythm, and dependable shapes that remain legible while projecting weight and authority. It balances blunt, blocky structure with slight bracketing and open counters to keep text from feeling overly rigid.
Spacing appears intentionally firm, reinforcing a solid texture in paragraphs and headlines. Rounded forms (like C, O, and lower-case bowls) stay full and open, while diagonals and joins remain crisp, giving the design a practical, workhorse clarity despite its heavy mass.