Slab Contrasted Rolo 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Intermedial Slab' by Blaze Type, 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype, and 'Grifa Slab' by deFharo (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, signage, playful, retro, friendly, punchy, quirky, impact, warmth, nostalgia, brand voice, legibility, blocky, chunky, rounded, soft corners, cartoonish.
A heavy, block-built serif design with broad, rectangular slab terminals and gently rounded inner corners that soften the overall silhouette. Strokes stay largely even with subtle modulation, and counters are compact, giving the letters a dense, poster-ready color. The uppercase feels sturdy and slightly squared, while the lowercase keeps the same chunky construction with simple, sturdy joins and short extenders. Numerals are bold and wide-set, matching the font’s strong baseline presence and consistent, rhythmic spacing.
Best suited to display work such as posters, headlines, storefront or event signage, and packaging where a bold, friendly presence is needed. It also works well for logos and short bursts of copy where the chunky slabs can carry personality without relying on ornament.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, with a retro, sign-painting energy that reads as fun rather than formal. Its chunky slabs and softened corners create a friendly, slightly quirky voice that feels suited to bold statements and characterful branding.
Likely drawn to deliver maximum impact with a warm, approachable character—combining sturdy slab construction with softened geometry for a retro-inspired, attention-grabbing display voice.
The design favors closed apertures and compact counters, which boosts impact at display sizes but can make small text feel heavy. The slab endings are pronounced and consistent across the set, reinforcing a strong, stable rhythm in lines of text.