Inline Etpe 2 is a bold, very wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, logos, packaging, retro, theatrical, playful, display, bold, attention, decorative, vintage signage, brandable, inline stripe, rounded corners, geometric, blocky, tapered joins.
A heavy, extra-wide display sans with an inline stripe that cuts through most strokes, creating a layered, dimensional look. Forms are built from broad, low-contrast strokes with rounded outer corners and squared terminals, giving letters a soft-edged, machined feel. Bowls and counters are generous and often echoed by the interior inline, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y, Z) use sharp triangular joins that add energy. Spacing feels open due to the wide set and large internal cut-ins, producing a steady, poster-like rhythm in text.
Best suited for large-scale display settings such as headlines, posters, event graphics, signage, and logo wordmarks where the inline detail can be appreciated. It can also work for short packaging statements or labels that benefit from a vintage, high-impact look.
The inline carving and wide, blocky proportions evoke vintage signage and mid‑century display typography, with a showy, attention-grabbing personality. It reads as playful and theatrical rather than minimal, leaning toward a classic marquee or storefront tone.
Likely designed to deliver maximum presence with a distinctive inline cut that suggests depth and ornament without resorting to high contrast. The wide stance and softened corners aim for strong readability in display contexts while maintaining a decorative, retro flavor.
The inline treatment is consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals, giving a strong branded texture even at larger sizes. Round letters (O, Q, 0) emphasize the concentric, ring-like effect, while the zig-zag diagonals add contrast and motion to the overall texture.