Slab Rounded Efku 2 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, branding, packaging, bookish, friendly, vintage, gentle, witty, readability, approachability, editorial tone, softened slab character, rounded serifs, soft corners, humanist, lively rhythm, open counters.
A light, upright text face with softly bracketed slab-like serifs and rounded stroke endings that keep the texture gentle rather than sharp. Strokes are even and low in contrast, with a slightly calligraphic, hand-cut feel in the curves and joins. Proportions are modest and readable: the lowercase has a normal x-height with generous apertures, while capitals are compact and calmly drawn. Overall spacing feels a touch airy, producing a clean, lightly textured line in paragraph settings.
It suits long-form reading and editorial layouts where a light, calm serif texture is desired, as well as magazine features and pull quotes that benefit from a friendly voice. The distinctive but restrained character also works well for boutique branding and packaging, especially when paired with ample whitespace.
The font conveys a warm, bookish tone with a subtle vintage flavor, like understated editorial typography with a personable edge. Its rounded details and light color soften the slab structure, giving it an approachable, conversational voice that still feels proper and composed.
The design appears intended to blend the stability of slab-like serifs with softened, rounded finishing, creating a light text face that remains readable while adding a personable, slightly vintage charm.
Round letters show smooth, open bowls, while details like the curved tail on the capital Q and the gently turned terminals add character without becoming decorative. Numerals are straightforward and legible, matching the same light, rounded serif treatment for consistent color in mixed text.