Slab Rounded Fahy 2 is a light, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, book covers, packaging, posters, typewriter, vintage, bookish, friendly, quirky, vintage tone, readability, compact setting, softened slabs, print feel, rounded serifs, soft corners, low stress, open counters, tall ascenders.
A slender serif design with slab-like feet and softly rounded terminals that keep the strokes feeling gentle rather than sharp. The letterforms are upright and slightly condensed, with modest stroke modulation and a consistent, even texture in text. Serifs read as compact and blocky but with softened corners, and many joins and ends are subtly curved, creating a mild, inked-in impression. Lowercase proportions are steady and readable, with open apertures and clear bowls; numerals are simple and linear, matching the overall narrow, vertical rhythm.
Works well for editorial layouts, book and magazine typography, and packaging where a readable serif with a hint of nostalgia is desirable. It can also serve effectively for headlines and pull quotes when you want a compact, vertical presence without harsh edges.
The overall tone suggests a vintage, typewriter-adjacent warmth—orderly and literary, but with small idiosyncrasies that make it feel human and personable. It balances a utilitarian backbone with a softer, approachable finish, giving long lines a calm, slightly nostalgic voice.
The design appears intended to evoke classic printed and typewritten textures while staying clean enough for modern setting. By combining compact proportions with rounded slab detailing, it aims for dependable readability with a friendly, distinctive personality.
Spacing and rhythm favor a tidy vertical cadence, and the softened slab details help prevent the narrow forms from feeling brittle. The design’s consistent stroke behavior and rounded finishing make it comfortable in continuous reading while still retaining a distinctive, characterful silhouette.