Slab Contrasted Vaba 8 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Tundra' by FontFont, 'Harfang Pro' by PSY/OPS, and 'Orbi' and 'PT Serif Pro' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, branding, packaging, editorial, confident, heritage, authoritative, robust, impact, authority, editorial character, classic tone, display emphasis, bracketed, wedge serif, high-ink, compact, sturdy.
A sturdy serif with prominent, slab-like terminals that often flare into wedge-shaped, bracketed serifs. Strokes show clear thick–thin modulation, with heavy vertical stems and comparatively lighter inner curves and joins, creating a punchy, ink-rich texture. Counters are moderately open and the letterforms feel compact, with a strong baseline presence and crisp, squared-off finishing on many horizontals. The overall rhythm is energetic but controlled, with a slightly condensed feel in places and bold, legible numerals that match the dense typographic color of the text sample.
This design is well suited to headlines, deck text, and display copy where strong typographic color and distinctive serifs help anchor a layout. It can work effectively for book and magazine covers, bold editorial callouts, branding marks, and packaging that benefits from a traditional yet forceful voice.
The font projects an editorial, traditional confidence—serious and authoritative without feeling delicate. Its weighty presence and pronounced serifs evoke a classic, print-forward tone suited to emphatic messaging and headline-driven layouts.
The design appears intended to deliver a robust, print-oriented serif voice with slab-like authority and enough internal contrast to keep large text lively. It prioritizes impact, stable readability, and a recognizable, classic character for display-led typography.
In text, the face builds a dark, even color with distinctive serif shapes that add character at larger sizes. The forms remain clear and steady, favoring impact and recognizability over minimalism.