Slab Contrasted Abtu 2 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Queulat', 'Queulat Soft', and 'Sanchez Slab' by Latinotype; 'Isento Slab' and 'Sharp Slab' by Monotype; and 'Pepi/Rudi' by Suitcase Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, branding, sturdy, confident, friendly, retro, impact, readability, print vibe, heritage tone, clarity, chunky, bracketed, rounded, compact, lively.
A heavy, slab-serif design with prominent, squared serifs that are often slightly bracketed into the stems. Strokes are generally even, with only modest modulation, producing a dense, emphatic color on the page. Counters are open and rounded, and many joins and terminals feel softly shaped rather than razor-sharp, helping the letterforms read solid but not harsh. The lowercase shows a sturdy, workmanlike construction with clear forms for a, e, g, and y, and figures are similarly weighty with broad proportions and strong presence.
Best suited for headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks where a strong, stable voice is needed. It also works well for editorial display settings and pull quotes, especially when you want a classic slab-serif texture with clear, punchy letterforms.
The overall tone is assertive and dependable, with a warm, approachable practicality. It evokes classic print and display typography—confident and a little nostalgic—while staying straightforward and highly legible at larger sizes.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, reliable slab-serif voice with a slightly softened, readable construction—balancing impactful display presence with enough clarity for short-form text.
Spacing appears generous enough to keep the heavy strokes from clogging, and the slabs create a pronounced horizontal rhythm in text. The design’s strong silhouette makes it particularly noticeable in headlines and short blocks of copy.