Outline Idvu 2 is a light, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logotypes, art deco, retro, playful, whimsical, theatrical, retro display, decorative outline, sign-paint feel, inline accent, monoline, rounded, inline detail, tubular, soft corners.
A monoline outline design built from rounded, tubular contours with consistently soft terminals and smooth curves. Many glyphs include an internal inline/stripe that echoes the outer contour, creating a dimensional, sign-painter feel without adding weight. Proportions are condensed with tall ascenders and compact bowls, and the overall rhythm is even and clean rather than gestural. Numerals and caps follow the same rounded-rectangle logic, with simplified geometry and minimal contrast.
Best suited for short display settings such as headlines, posters, storefront or event signage, packaging, and logo wordmarks where the outlined forms can breathe. It also works well for menu titles, invitations, and retro-themed branding. For longer passages, it performs better in larger sizes to preserve the interior line detail.
The font evokes a cheerful, vintage display mood with clear Art Deco and mid‑century signage cues. Its double-line detailing reads as decorative and slightly theatrical, suggesting marquees, menus, and playful headlines rather than serious text. The overall tone is friendly and whimsical, with a tidy, engineered smoothness.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic outlined display look with an added inline accent for personality and depth. Its condensed, rounded construction prioritizes a neat, stylized silhouette that feels nostalgic and decorative while staying legible in headline use.
Counters are generally generous for an outline face, helping letterforms remain recognizable despite the decorative interior striping. Curves lean toward circular/oval construction, and joins are softened, which keeps dense words from looking sharp or aggressive. The outline-only structure benefits from ample spacing and moderate sizes where the interior detailing remains visible.