Slab Contrasted Roba 11 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Clab' by Eko Bimantara, 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype, 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype, 'Pragmatica Slab Serif' by ParaType, 'Netra' by Sign Studio, and 'Palo Slab' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports, assertive, retro, collegiate, industrial, friendly, impact, readability, nostalgia, sturdiness, display, chunky, blocky, bracketed, softened, compact.
A heavy slab-serif with broad proportions, dense color, and sturdy, rectangular serifs. Strokes are largely monolinear with gentle modulation and softened corners that keep the shapes from feeling sharp despite the mass. Counters are relatively tight and the apertures are somewhat closed, creating a compact, punchy texture in text. The lowercase shows straightforward, robust construction with short-looking ascenders and a solid, workmanlike rhythm across words and numerals.
Best suited for headlines and short statements where strong presence and legibility at a distance matter—posters, storefronts, packaging, and bold editorial openers. It also fits brand marks and sports or collegiate-style graphics where chunky slab serifs signal strength and tradition.
The overall tone is confident and emphatic, mixing a utilitarian sturdiness with a slightly nostalgic, collegiate flavor. Its rounded edges and chunky slabs give it a friendly bluntness rather than an aggressive feel, making it read as bold, dependable, and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual weight and authority while staying approachable, using big slabs, broad proportions, and slightly softened geometry to create a bold display voice that remains readable in word shapes.
The numerals are wide and weighty, matching the strong text color and reinforcing a poster-ready presence. In the sample paragraph, the tight counters and heavy slabs create a strong baseline and a compact gray value that favors impact over delicacy at smaller sizes.