Slab Rounded Igho 2 is a light, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, packaging, branding, posters, friendly, retro, bookish, folksy, casual, warm readability, vintage flavor, soft slab character, text friendliness, rounded, soft serifs, ink-trap feel, bracketed, humanist.
A soft-edged serif with sturdy, slab-like feet and gently bracketed joins throughout. Strokes are even and calm, with minimal modulation, and terminals often finish in rounded, slightly swollen forms that give an inked, tactile feel. The proportions are comfortably open: counters are generous, the x-height sits in the middle range, and curves (C, O, S) read smooth and steady rather than sharp. Details such as the single-storey a and g, a modestly curved leg on R, and a hooked j add a subtly handmade rhythm while maintaining consistent spacing and a stable baseline.
It performs well in editorial typography, book interiors, and longer passages where an easy, even texture is desirable. The friendly slab-like serifs also make it a good fit for packaging, café/restaurant branding, and posters or headlines that want a retro, approachable tone without excessive ornament.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a vintage, print-era friendliness that feels at home in narrative or editorial settings. Its rounded serifs and gentle irregularities suggest an informal, human voice—more inviting than formal—without tipping into novelty.
The design appears intended to blend sturdy readability with a softer, more personable slab-serif character. By rounding terminals and keeping contrast low, it aims for a consistent, inviting texture that recalls classic printed matter while remaining versatile for contemporary layout.
Numerals are clear and simple, matching the text style with rounded corners and sturdy bases; the 2 and 3 show curled terminals, and the 4 remains open and readable. In paragraphs, the texture stays even and legible, with soft word shapes and a relaxed cadence that suits longer lines.