Slab Rounded Mase 7 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, editorial, friendly, retro, approachable, informal, playful, warmth, nostalgia, display impact, approachability, softened slab, rounded serifs, soft corners, heavy stems, bouncy rhythm, typewriter-like.
A slanted slab-serif with heavy, low-contrast strokes and generously rounded corners throughout. Serifs read as blunt, slab-like brackets with softened terminals, giving the outlines a cushioned, almost stamped feel. Curves are broad and open, counters stay clear at display sizes, and the overall rhythm is slightly bouncy due to the italic angle and unevenly distributed visual weight across diagonals. Figures are sturdy and simple, matching the letterforms’ rounded slab construction.
Best suited to headlines, short passages, and prominent UI or print moments where a friendly, retro-leaning italic slab can carry personality. It works well for branding accents, packaging, labels, and editorial display text where warmth and approachability are preferred over crisp, formal precision.
The overall tone is warm and personable, mixing a nostalgic, mid-century flavor with a casual, friendly presence. Its softened slabs and rounded joins keep it from feeling severe, making the italic slant read more conversational than formal.
The design appears intended to blend the solidity of a slab serif with softened, rounded detailing, creating a sturdy yet welcoming display italic. It prioritizes character and legibility at larger sizes, aiming for a nostalgic, human tone rather than strict typographic neutrality.
The face emphasizes sturdy silhouettes and soft terminal finishing rather than sharp detail, which helps maintain a consistent texture across both uppercase and lowercase. At smaller sizes, the heavy strokes and rounded slabs may merge visually, while at larger sizes the distinctive slab shapes and playful slant become a key stylistic feature.