Outline Vasu 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, invitations, playful, whimsical, storybook, retro, crafty, display impact, vintage charm, handcrafted feel, decorative texture, inline, hand-drawn, quirky, decorative, bouncy.
A decorative inline serif with an outline-like build: letterforms are drawn with a continuous outer contour and a secondary inner line that creates a hollowed, double-stroke effect. Strokes feel slightly irregular and hand-rendered, with soft, rounded joins and gently flared terminals rather than crisp, mechanical serifs. Proportions are lively and uneven in a deliberate way—wide rounds (O, Q) sit next to narrower, taller forms, and counters are generous, aiding the airy inline construction. Curves dominate the design, with looping bowls and a buoyant baseline rhythm that reads more illustrative than strictly typographic.
Best suited to display settings where the inline, hollow construction can be appreciated—headlines, posters, packaging, event materials, and branding accents. It also works well for short passages in playful contexts (children’s or lifestyle editorial), while longer body copy will benefit from larger sizes and generous spacing.
The font conveys a lighthearted, vintage craft tone—equal parts storybook charm and mid-century signage playfulness. Its hollow/inline detailing adds sparkle and novelty, making text feel celebratory and theatrical without becoming aggressive or heavy.
The design appears intended to deliver a distinctive outline-inline look with a handcrafted, characterful rhythm—prioritizing charm and individuality over strict typographic neutrality. Its consistent decorative construction suggests a focus on eye-catching display typography for cheerful, themed communication.
The inline detail is consistently applied across capitals, lowercase, and numerals, giving the face a cohesive engraved/outlined texture. At smaller sizes the inner line may visually merge or break up, while at display sizes the decorative construction and quirky rhythm become a feature.