Slab Contrasted Budi 4 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Capital' by Fenotype, 'Pulpo' by Floodfonts, 'Deccan' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Madley' by Kimmy Design, 'Bogue Slab' by Melvastype, and 'Doyle' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, magazine, vintage, editorial, confident, sporty, friendly, display impact, vintage flavor, headline clarity, brand presence, bracketed, soft serifs, rounded joins, calligraphic, robust.
A robust italic slab with generously bracketed, blocky serifs and softly rounded stroke joins. The letterforms show noticeable (but not extreme) stroke modulation, giving a lively, slightly calligraphic rhythm while keeping a sturdy printed presence. Counters are relatively open, curves are full and weighty, and terminals often finish with compact slab endings rather than sharp points. The overall texture is dark and assertive, with clear emphasis on strong horizontals and sturdy feet.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, posters, and packaging where a bold italic voice needs to stay legible and grounded. It can also work for branding marks and editorial cover lines that benefit from a strong, vintage-inflected slab presence.
The font reads as energetic and vintage-leaning, combining old-style warmth with a punchy, headline-ready stance. Its italic momentum adds motion and a confident, slightly sporty tone, while the rounded bracketing keeps it approachable rather than severe.
Likely intended as a high-impact italic slab for display typography, pairing assertive weight with friendly, rounded bracketing to keep long headline phrases readable and visually cohesive.
Uppercase forms feel especially compact and poster-like, while the lowercase maintains solid readability with sturdy shapes and pronounced serifs. Numerals match the heavy, italic rhythm and look designed to hold up in display settings where a firm, ink-rich color is desired.