Slab Rounded Mavi 2 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, book covers, retro, friendly, confident, editorial, playful, approachability, impact, vintage tone, readable display, softened strength, rounded, soft serifs, bracketed, chunky, ink-trap feel.
A heavy, right-leaning serif with broad proportions and softly rounded slab-like serifs. Strokes are low-contrast and sturdy, with curved joins and gentle bracketing that keeps corners from feeling sharp. Counters are open and generously sized, while terminals and serifs read as cushioned, giving the letterforms a warm, slightly blunted silhouette. The texture in text is dark and steady, with rhythmic, smooth curves and subtle calligraphic inflection in the italic slant.
Best suited for headlines and short-to-medium text where a strong, personable voice is needed—such as posters, packaging, branding, and book covers. Its dark color and rounded slabs help it hold up at larger sizes and in high-impact layouts, while the open counters keep sample paragraphs readable when set with comfortable spacing.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, combining a vintage editorial flavor with a casual, good-humored warmth. Its chunky shapes and rounded detailing feel friendly and confident rather than formal, suggesting classic print and signage influences without becoming stiff.
The design appears intended to deliver an assertive, attention-getting italic serif that remains inviting through rounded slabs and soft transitions. It aims for high visibility and a distinctive, print-friendly texture that balances sturdiness with an informal charm.
Uppercase forms are broad and stable, and the lowercase maintains clear differentiation with rounded bowls and sturdy stems. Numerals are similarly weighty and highly legible, matching the softened slab treatment for a cohesive, display-forward set.