Solid Absy 2 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Trade Gothic Next' and 'Trade Gothic Next Soft Rounded' by Linotype, 'MC Granko' by Maulana Creative, and 'Allison Tessa' by madeDeduk (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, stickers, kids media, playful, quirky, handmade, retro, attention grabbing, humor, handmade feel, novelty texture, blobby, chunky, wobbly, compressed, rounded.
A heavy, compact display face with irregular, hand-cut silhouettes and rounded, blobby terminals. Strokes show subtle waviness and uneven edges, creating an organic rhythm rather than strict geometric repetition. Counters are frequently reduced or partially closed, and interior apertures can collapse into small punched shapes, pushing the letters toward solid, poster-like masses. Overall spacing feels tight and the proportions are condensed, with a mix of straight-sided forms and bulging curves that keeps the texture lively.
Well suited for posters, splashy headlines, event flyers, and short promotional bursts where a bold, comedic personality is desired. It can also work for packaging, labels, stickers, and playful branding moments, especially when paired with simpler text faces for supporting copy.
The tone is humorous and informal, evoking DIY signage, cut-paper lettering, and vintage novelty display work. Its chunky, slightly clumsy forms read as friendly and mischievous, prioritizing character over refinement and creating a bold, attention-grabbing voice.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact through chunky, condensed forms and deliberately irregular contours, creating a distinctive novelty texture. By minimizing counters and embracing uneven, hand-made shapes, it aims to feel tactile, fun, and immediately noticeable in display settings.
The strong black shapes and simplified interiors make the font read best at larger sizes, where the irregular edges and small openings remain clear. In longer lines, the dense texture can build quickly, producing a loud, energetic typographic color that works best with generous line spacing and limited copy.