Slab Contrasted Pipy 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bluteau Slab' by DSType, 'Clab' by Eko Bimantara, 'Adria Slab' by FaceType, 'Quadon' by René Bieder, 'Kondolarge' by TypeK, and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, editorial, confident, rugged, friendly, retro, headline-ready, impact, sturdiness, nostalgia, legibility, branding, blocky, bracketed, softened, compact, heavy.
A heavy, slab-serif design with broad proportions and a sturdy, rectangular construction. Strokes are generally even with subtle shaping, and the serifs read as thick, squared slabs with slight bracketed transitions that soften the joins. Counters are moderately open for the weight, curves are full and rounded, and terminals feel cut cleanly without sharp flare. Overall spacing and rhythm lean bold and steady, giving text a dense, emphatic texture in both caps and lowercase.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and other large-format display where a strong, stable serif presence is needed. It can also work for short editorial components like subheads, pull quotes, and deck copy, especially where a vintage or workmanlike feel supports the message. The dense texture and heavy slabs make it effective on packaging and signage where quick recognition matters.
The tone is assertive and dependable, with a warm, slightly nostalgic flavor reminiscent of classic editorial or poster typography. Its chunky slabs and rounded curves project approachability while still feeling tough and industrial. The result is a voice that’s confident and attention-grabbing rather than delicate or refined.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a classic slab-serif voice—balancing sturdiness and legibility with softened details that keep the weight from feeling overly harsh. It prioritizes strong silhouettes and consistent heft for high-contrast messaging and bold typographic statements.
Uppercase forms look solid and sign-like, while the lowercase maintains a readable, traditional serif skeleton that keeps long lines from feeling overly rigid. Numerals are wide and weighty, matching the caps in presence, making the font feel consistent across mixed text and display settings.