Slab Contrasted Tyde 2 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF More' by FontFont, 'Capita' by Hoftype, 'Rooney' by Jan Fromm, and 'Grimmig' by Schriftlabor (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, robust, rugged, confident, vintage, industrial, impact, durability, heritage, display, bracketed, blocky, compact, ink-trap like, softened.
This typeface presents heavy, sturdy letterforms with prominent slab-like serifs and generally squared-off construction. Strokes are bold with modest internal contrast, and many joins and terminals show slight rounding that softens the otherwise blocky geometry. Counters are relatively tight and the overall silhouette is dense, while the serifs read as thick, supportive “feet” that reinforce horizontality. Spacing and widths vary across characters, producing an uneven, lively rhythm that keeps the texture from feeling purely mechanical.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and display settings where a bold, durable voice is needed. It can work well for packaging, labels, and branding that wants an industrial or heritage impression, and for signage where strong forms help maintain visibility at a distance.
The overall tone is strong and utilitarian, with a vintage, workmanlike flavor. Its weight and slab structure convey authority and durability, while the subtle softening at corners adds approachability and a slightly nostalgic, printed feel.
The design appears intended as a high-impact slab-serif display face that balances rugged solidity with a touch of warmth. Its variable character widths and softened details suggest a goal of creating an expressive, print-minded texture rather than a strictly uniform, modern system.
At text sizes the heavy strokes and compact counters create a dark typographic color, making the face most comfortable when given generous tracking or used at larger sizes. The numerals share the same stout, grounded presence, supporting emphatic, attention-forward settings.