Slab Contrasted Ugri 1 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gazi' by Fontuma, 'Diverda Serif' by Linotype, 'Periodica' and 'Skema Pro' by Mint Type, 'Amasis' and 'Amasis eText' by Monotype, 'Dorica' by Nootype, and 'Monarky' by YXType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, rugged, confident, vintage, western, editorial, impact, heritage, legibility, poster display, sturdy voice, bracketed, blocky, chunky, ink-trap feel, heavy serifs.
A heavy, slab-serif design with prominent, squared serifs and subtly bracketed joins that soften the otherwise blocky structure. Strokes show moderate contrast and a sturdy vertical stress, with generous counters that keep the letters open despite the weight. Terminals tend toward flat, cut ends, while curves are slightly squarish, giving rounds like C, O, and G a robust, carved quality. Lowercase forms are compact and sturdy, with a single-story g and a strong, upright rhythm; numerals are wide, bold, and highly legible, with ample interior space.
Well suited to headlines, posters, signage, and packaging where high impact and quick recognition are needed. It can also work for branding in contexts that benefit from a sturdy, traditional voice—such as food and beverage, retail labels, or heritage-inspired identities—especially when set with ample spacing.
The overall tone is bold and assertive, projecting a traditional, workmanlike character. It evokes vintage printing and display typography—more headline and poster than quiet text—while staying readable and steady. The chunky slabs and firm proportions add a hint of Americana/western flavor without becoming decorative.
This font appears designed to deliver strong display presence through oversized slab serifs, compact proportions, and controlled contrast, balancing a vintage flavor with clear, modern legibility. The goal is impact and durability: a typeface that feels solid on the page and remains readable in bold statements.
At display sizes the weight and serif mass create strong word shapes and a dense, attention-grabbing texture; in longer settings it reads as intentionally heavy and emphatic. The design’s slightly squarish curves and sturdy joins give it a durable, stamped or letterpress-like presence.