Slab Rounded Tema 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, packaging, posters, book covers, headlines, friendly, vintage, approachable, folksy, warm, soften slab, retro warmth, text clarity, analog feel, rounded slabs, soft serifs, ink-trap feel, sturdy, playful.
This typeface pairs sturdy slab-like serifs with noticeably rounded corners and softened terminals, creating a bold-yet-gentle silhouette. Strokes are generally even and low-contrast, with slightly irregular, hand-pressed curvature that keeps counters open and forms readable. The serifs tend toward small, bracketed blocks with bulbous rounding, and joins often show subtle swelling that gives an inked or stamped impression. Overall proportions feel classic and text-forward, with stable verticals, broad bowls, and a consistent rhythm across uppercase, lowercase, and figures.
It works well for editorial typography, book covers, and display copy where a welcoming, retro voice is desired. The even stroke weight and open counters also support comfortable reading in short-to-medium passages, making it suitable for packaging, menus, signage, and branding systems that benefit from a personable serif.
The rounded slabs and softly imperfect curves give the font a warm, personable tone that reads as nostalgic and down-to-earth. It suggests analog production—typewriter, letterpress, or rubber-stamp energy—without becoming distressed, balancing charm with clarity.
The design appears intended to modernize a traditional slab serif by rounding edges and softening terminals, producing a friendly display/text hybrid with an analog, crafted feel. It aims for strong presence and legibility while conveying warmth and approachability.
Uppercase forms are sturdy and slightly compact, while lowercase shows friendly, open shapes and gentle modulation at joins that adds character in running text. Numerals match the same softened slab treatment, maintaining an even color and cohesive texture in mixed settings.