Slab Contrasted Fabu 2 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Brim Narrow' by Jamie Clarke Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, signage, western, vintage, boisterous, rustic, playful, attention grab, vintage poster, western flavor, decorative impact, brand character, bracketed serifs, faceted corners, notched terminals, bulbous joins, heavy weight.
A very heavy, slab-serif display face with compact proportions and prominent, blocky serifs that read as slightly bracketed in places. Strokes are broadly uniform but with visible shaping that creates a mild internal contrast, especially where curves meet stems. The design emphasizes faceted corners, notched terminals, and chunky joins, giving letters a carved, poster-like silhouette; counters are tight and apertures tend to be enclosed, contributing to a dark overall color. Curves are generously rounded yet constrained by angular cuts, producing a distinctive rhythm between soft bowls and hard-edged slabs across both uppercase and lowercase, with sturdy, weighty numerals to match.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short emphatic text where its heavy slabs and notched details can be appreciated. It can work well for branding, packaging, and signage that aims for a vintage or Western-leaning voice. For extended reading, larger point sizes and generous leading help preserve clarity.
The tone is bold and attention-grabbing with a clear vintage, old-poster sensibility. Its rugged slab detailing and carved-looking corners evoke Western and circus/handbill aesthetics, while the exaggerated weight adds a jovial, slightly theatrical personality. Overall it feels confident and hearty rather than refined.
The design appears intended as a high-impact display slab that channels traditional poster lettering through exaggerated weight, carved corners, and decorative terminals. It prioritizes character and presence over neutrality, aiming to deliver a recognizable, period-tinged voice in titles and branding.
In the sample text the dense texture and tight counters make it most comfortable at larger sizes, where the interior shapes and terminal notches stay readable. The distinctive terminals and slab presence dominate the texture, so spacing and line length will strongly affect legibility in longer settings.