Slab Normal Yimo 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP, 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'TheSerif' by LucasFonts, 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry, and 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, logos, signage, friendly, retro, sturdy, playful, warm, impact, approachability, nostalgia, brand presence, display emphasis, rounded serifs, soft corners, bulky, heavy terminals, compact.
A very heavy slab-serif with chunky, rounded terminals and soft, block-like construction. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing a dense, ink-trap-free silhouette and strong color on the page. Serifs read as short, blunt slabs that often swell into ball-like corners, giving the outlines a cushioned, molded feel rather than sharp-edged geometry. Counters are relatively tight and the overall rhythm is compact, favoring bold shapes and clear, simplified interior spaces.
Best suited for high-impact display use such as headlines, posters, signage, and bold callouts where thickness and presence are an advantage. It can work well for packaging and branding that want a retro, approachable strength, and for short blocks of text where strong emphasis and a compact, punchy texture are desired.
The rounded slabs and oversized weight give the face a welcoming, slightly nostalgic tone—confident and sturdy without feeling severe. It evokes classic display typography used for posters and packaging, with a playful warmth that stays grounded and practical.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual weight with a friendly, rounded slab-serif voice—prioritizing bold legibility, strong silhouette recognition, and a nostalgic display character suitable for attention-grabbing typography.
Numerals and capitals appear especially robust, with broad curves and wide joins that emphasize mass and stability. In text settings the heavy weight creates strong emphasis, while the softened details help prevent the design from feeling overly rigid or industrial.