Slab Contrasted Kape 10 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, brand marks, editorial, industrial, vintage, authoritative, sturdy, space saving, strong impact, classic voice, signage clarity, slab serif, condensed, bracketed, robust, high-waist.
A condensed slab-serif with sturdy, rectangular serifs and a mostly vertical, disciplined construction. Stems are heavy and consistent, while joins and terminals show subtle shaping that keeps the letterforms from feeling purely geometric. The serifs read as firm and block-like, with modest bracketing in places, and the overall rhythm is tight, producing a compact texture in lines of text. Counters are relatively narrow and tall, and several forms lean toward high-contrast silhouettes through the interplay of thick main strokes and slimmer connecting strokes.
Well-suited for headlines, titles, and display settings where a compact width and strong presence are beneficial, such as posters, packaging, labels, and mastheads. It can also work for short editorial callouts or subheads where a dense, emphatic texture is desirable.
The tone is sturdy and utilitarian with a vintage, workmanlike edge. Its condensed proportions and assertive slabs create an authoritative, no-nonsense voice that feels at home in classic editorial and industrial contexts.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in narrow spaces by combining condensed proportions with confident slab-serifs and a steady vertical cadence. It aims for a classic, dependable display voice that reads as robust and traditional rather than delicate or playful.
The font maintains strong vertical emphasis and a consistent, poster-friendly color, yet still carries enough modulation in curves and joins to avoid stiffness. Numerals and capitals appear designed for impact, with clear, squared-off endings that reinforce the structured feel.