Slab Rounded Orba 6 is a regular weight, wide, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, packaging, branding, posters, signage, friendly, retro, approachable, utilitarian, playful, soften slab, boost legibility, retro tone, friendly branding, rounded slabs, soft serifs, ink-trap feel, open counters, low contrast.
A low-contrast slab serif with softly rounded terminals and generous, blunt serifs that read as sturdy rather than sharp. Strokes stay largely even, with subtle modulation mainly from curvature, and the corners are consistently eased, giving the outlines a cushioned, ink-friendly look. Proportions feel roomy and slightly extended, with open counters and clear joins; the lowercase shows simple, readable forms (single-storey a and g) and a compact, neat rhythm in text. Figures are straightforward and lining in appearance, matching the serifed structure and overall calm texture.
Well-suited to editorial layouts, pull quotes, and headings where a warm slab presence is desired without high contrast. It can also work effectively for packaging and branding that aims for a retro-leaning, personable voice, and for posters or signage where clarity and sturdiness matter.
The softened slabs and rounded corners give the face an approachable, slightly nostalgic tone—suggesting typewriter and mid-century signage cues without feeling overly distressed. It balances practicality with warmth, making it feel friendly and dependable rather than formal.
The design appears intended to combine the structural clarity of a slab serif with softened, rounded finishing, producing a sturdy display and text voice that stays readable while feeling welcoming. Its even strokes and open shapes suggest a focus on consistent texture and straightforward usability across sizes.
In running text the font produces an even, steady color with clear word shapes; the rounded serifs prevent the texture from becoming too rigid. The punctuation and dots appear robust and prominent, supporting legibility at smaller sizes.