Slab Monoline Upry 2 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Arcanite Slab' by 38-lineart, 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, 'Sharp Slab' by Monotype, 'Barnic Slab' by Peninsula Studioz, 'Namyv' by Poloskov, and 'Kondolarge' by TypeK (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, signage, friendly, retro, sturdy, folksy, headline-ready, impact, approachability, vintage tone, robustness, rounded serifs, soft corners, bracketed slabs, generous curves, open counters.
This typeface presents a sturdy slab-serif structure with mostly uniform stroke weight and softly bracketed, rounded serifs. Letterforms are broad and generously proportioned, with ample internal space and open counters that keep the texture readable at larger sizes. Curves are smooth and slightly inflated, and terminals often finish with gentle, rounded slab feet, producing a steady, grounded rhythm across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals.
It is well suited to headlines, subheads, and short passages where a bold, personable slab-serif voice is desired. The broad shapes and open counters also make it a good candidate for packaging, labels, and signage that need strong presence and quick recognition.
The overall tone feels warm and approachable, with a vintage, print-inspired character. Its chunky slabs and softened edges suggest a dependable, handcrafted sensibility rather than a sharp or formal one, giving text a friendly, nostalgic voice.
The design appears intended to combine the solidity of a slab serif with softened, rounded details for a more welcoming, retro-influenced feel. It prioritizes impact and clarity in display settings while maintaining enough regularity to work in brief text blocks.
In running text, the heavy serifs create a pronounced horizontal emphasis and a strong baseline presence. Numerals match the letterforms in width and weight, reinforcing a cohesive, poster-like color when set in blocks.