Slab Normal Opmo 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Archer' by Hoefler & Co.; 'Emy Slab', 'Newslab', and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype; 'Weekly' by Los Andes; 'Kondolarge' by TypeK; and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, sturdy, friendly, retro, confident, hearty, impact, durability, approachability, print punch, blocky, softened, bracketed, compact, robust.
A heavy, slab-serif typeface with large, rectangular serifs and noticeably softened corners that keep the dense weight from feeling sharp. Strokes are broadly uniform, with minimal modulation, and the joins and terminals read as solid, almost stamped shapes. Proportions lean broad and stable, with generous counters for the weight, while spacing and rhythm feel even and workmanlike. The numerals share the same chunky construction, with the 1 featuring a strong slab base and the 0 appearing rounded and full.
This font suits headline settings where a strong, dependable voice is needed—posters, signage, labels, and brand marks that benefit from a bold slab-serif character. It can also work for short bursts of display copy or callouts in editorial layouts, especially at larger sizes where the chunky details and softened corners remain clear.
The overall tone is sturdy and approachable, with a retro, print-forward warmth reminiscent of posters, packaging, and bold editorial headlines. Its soft, blocky slabs add friendliness while still projecting confidence and impact.
The design appears intended as a straightforward, high-impact slab serif that prioritizes clarity and solidity, combining a traditional slab structure with rounded edges to feel welcoming rather than severe.
In text, the heavy color creates a strong typographic presence and a slightly compressed internal whitespace, making it best when set with comfortable tracking and line spacing. The slab treatment is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, supporting a cohesive, emphatic texture.