Slab Contrasted Funu 1 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kondolar' by Cadson Demak, 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'Breakers Slab' by Kostic, 'DIN Next Slab' and 'Dobra Slab' by Monotype, and 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, sportswear, sturdy, friendly, retro, confident, hearty, impact, heritage, solidity, warmth, display, chunky, bracketed, softened, blocky, compact.
A heavy, compact slab serif with broad, block-like serifs and softly rounded curves that keep the dense weight from feeling harsh. Strokes are largely uniform, with subtle modulation and clear, squared-off terminals that reinforce a strong, poster-ready silhouette. Counters are moderately open for the weight, and the overall rhythm is steady and blunt, with noticeable ink-trap-like notches in a few joins that help retain definition at bold sizes. The lowercase is robust and sturdy, with short ascenders/descenders and a solid, even texture in paragraphs.
Best suited to headlines, short blocks of copy, and display typography where its dense weight and slab structure can do the heavy lifting. It fits branding and packaging that want a sturdy, heritage feel, as well as posters, signage, and sports or collegiate-style graphics where impact and solidity matter.
The font projects a dependable, good-humored toughness—more classic workwear and vintage print than refined editorial. Its chunky slabs and softened curves give it a warm, approachable authority that reads as bold, straightforward, and a bit nostalgic.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a stable slab-serif framework, balancing assertive geometry with softened curves for approachability. Its consistent heft and compact proportions suggest a focus on bold, legible display settings and vintage-inspired branding.
At text sizes the color becomes very dark and emphatic, making line spacing and tracking important for comfortable reading. The strong slab structure holds up well in all-caps settings, while the rounded forms in letters like C, G, O, and S keep headlines from feeling overly rigid.