Slab Contrasted Abno 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'MartiniThai Neue Slab V2' by Deltatype, 'FF Milo Slab' by FontFont, 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Multiple' by Latinotype, 'Polyphonic' by Monotype, 'PF Centro Slab Pro' by Parachute, and 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, headlines, book text, branding, posters, confident, institutional, vintage, authoritative, readability, classic tone, strong presence, editorial utility, slab serifs, bracketed, sturdy, crisp, open counters.
A sturdy slab-serif with pronounced, mostly bracketed serifs and a solid, even rhythm across text. Stems are strong and steady, with a modest but visible contrast that keeps the joins and terminals crisp without feeling delicate. The lowercase shows compact, workmanlike proportions with a two-storey “a” and “g,” a short-armed “t,” and generally open counters that support readability. Capitals are broad and stately, with wide, flat serifs and slightly rounded curves that soften the overall blockiness. Numerals are straightforward and stable, matching the serif treatment and maintaining consistent weight and presence.
Well-suited to editorial design where a strong serif voice is needed, including magazine headings, pull quotes, and section titles. It can also work for book interiors and long-form reading when set with comfortable leading, and it performs convincingly in branding, packaging, and poster typography that benefits from a classic, sturdy presence.
The tone feels traditional and dependable, with an editorial seriousness that reads as established and confident. Its slab construction adds a practical, no-nonsense character, while the gentle curvature and bracketing keep it approachable rather than purely industrial.
The design appears aimed at delivering a robust, classic slab-serif feel that communicates authority and clarity in both display and extended text. It balances firm, architectural serifs with enough softness in curves to remain readable and versatile across sizes.
In the sample text, the font holds up well at larger sizes, where the slabs and strong verticals create a firm typographic color. The overall spacing looks balanced and the letterforms maintain a consistent texture across mixed-case paragraphs, with clear differentiation between similar shapes.