Outline Epbi 6 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, logos, vintage, decorative, playful, bold, retro display, dimensional effect, poster style, sign lettering, slab serif, inline shadow, bracketed serifs, woodtype.
A decorative slab-serif design drawn as a crisp outline, with an internal inline and a consistent offset drop-shadow effect that gives the letters a dimensional, sign-painted feel. The forms are fairly sturdy and open, with bracketed serifs, broad curves, and a measured, traditional rhythm rather than condensed or expanded extremes. Counters are generously sized and the outlines stay even, creating strong silhouette clarity while the inner detailing adds a layered, engraved look. Figures and lowercase follow the same system, with clear, legible shapes and a cohesive shadow direction across the set.
Best used for headlines and short display text where the outline and shadow can remain crisp and intentional. It fits well in posters, signage, packaging fronts, and logo wordmarks that want a vintage, dimensional look without relying on color or gradients.
The overall tone is vintage and display-oriented, evoking classic storefront lettering, circus or fair posters, and old-fashioned print ephemera. The outline-plus-shadow construction reads as upbeat and theatrical, adding a touch of charm and showmanship even in short words.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver immediate visual personality through layered linework: a clean outer contour paired with an inline and offset shadow to simulate depth. The intent is clearly decorative rather than text-typographic, optimized for attention-grabbing display settings and retro-inspired branding.
The offset shadow detail is prominent enough to read at moderate display sizes, and the outlined construction leaves substantial interior white space that becomes part of the design. The aesthetic is consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals, making it suited to multi-line settings where the shadow rhythm can repeat cleanly.