Slab Contrasted Tifi 2 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, logotypes, packaging, playful, western, circus, rustic, quirky, display impact, vintage signage, handcrafted feel, theatrical tone, chunky, faceted, angular, blocky, wedge serifs.
A heavy, blocky display serif with slab-like terminals and visibly faceted, chiseled contours. Strokes are thick and compact with slightly irregular angles, producing a cut-paper/woodcut feeling rather than smooth curves. Serifs read as blunt wedges and short slabs, and many joins and corners appear intentionally notched or beveled, creating a lively rhythm. Counters are small to moderate and often polygonal, with a sturdy baseline presence and tight, poster-style texture in text.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and branding where strong impact and a retro display voice are desired. It works well for signage-style applications, event and entertainment graphics, and packaging that benefits from a rugged, vintage mood. For long reading, it is more effective in short bursts due to its dense, highly stylized texture.
The overall tone is bold and theatrical, evoking vintage poster typography associated with Western, carnival, or saloon signage. Its irregular facets add humor and handmade character, making it feel energetic and attention-seeking rather than refined or neutral.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver maximum visual punch with a deliberately rustic, carved aesthetic. The faceted edges and slabby terminals suggest an intention to reference historical display printing and signage while keeping a playful, contemporary irregularity.
Across both uppercase and lowercase, the design maintains a consistent set of angled cuts and slabby endings that unify the alphabet. Numerals match the same chunky, carved construction, supporting cohesive titling and short numeric callouts.