Outline Symi 2 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, logos, posters, sports branding, packaging, collegiate, retro, friendly, playful, handmade, outline display, varsity styling, vintage signage, graphic emphasis, slab serif, outlined, monoline, rounded, chunky.
An outlined slab-serif with monoline contours and no filled interior, giving each glyph a hollow, sign-paint-like presence. The letterforms are blocky and compact with broad proportions, squared terminals, and lightly rounded corners that soften the geometry. Serifs are sturdy and bracketed in feel, and the curves (C, G, O, S) stay smooth and open, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) remain straight and stable. Numerals follow the same sturdy, athletic rhythm, with clear, simple shapes that read well at display sizes.
Best suited to display contexts such as headlines, posters, badges, and logo lockups where the outline can stay crisp and intentional. It also works well for sports/club branding and packaging accents that want a vintage varsity or sign-inspired feel. For smaller text, it will typically need generous sizing to preserve the outline detail.
The overall tone is collegiate and retro, evoking varsity lettering and classic American storefront signage. The outline treatment adds a light, airy finish while keeping a bold, confident silhouette, resulting in a friendly, approachable voice with a touch of nostalgia.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic slab-serif, varsity-inspired silhouette while using an outline construction to keep the texture lighter and more graphic. It prioritizes bold shapes, clear structure, and a nostalgic display character over dense text color.
Because the design relies on contour lines, the font benefits from adequate size and contrast against its background; the interior negative space becomes a key part of the look. Spacing appears even and the set feels consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, maintaining the same chunky slab-serif personality throughout.