Outline Umby 2 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, signage, art deco, retro, elegant, stylish, architectural, display impact, deco revival, signage feel, stylized elegance, monoline, geometric, linear, open counters, rounded joins.
This typeface is a monoline, outline design built from clean outer contours with an additional inner contour that creates a double-line, hollow effect. Forms are largely geometric with generous curves (notably in O, C, G, and S) balanced by crisp straight segments and sharp apexes in letters like A, V, W, and Z. Stroke endings are clean and unflared, and the overall construction feels precise and drafted, with consistent spacing between the outer and inner outlines that reads clearly at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short lines of text where the outline construction can be appreciated. It also fits logotypes, packaging, and signage that want a refined retro or Deco-leaning flavor. For longer reading, it will typically perform better at larger sizes where the inner contour remains distinct.
The double-line outline and geometric construction evoke an Art Deco, signage-like sensibility—refined, slightly theatrical, and distinctly retro. It feels decorative and polished rather than utilitarian, with a crisp, showroom quality that suits stylish, period-leaning design.
The design appears intended to deliver a decorative, double-outline look with a clean geometric backbone—creating a sense of depth and crafted precision without adding stroke contrast or embellishment. Its letterforms prioritize stylized impact and a period-inspired aesthetic over dense text efficiency.
Lowercase design stays simple and open, with single-storey forms (such as a and g) and a straightforward, modern rhythm. Numerals follow the same outline logic; curved figures like 2, 3, 6, 8, and 9 emphasize smooth roundness while 1 and 7 remain angular and spare. Because the design relies on interior counters and parallel outlines, it benefits from adequate size and contrast against the background to maintain clarity.