Slab Contrasted Gyvy 6 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bluteau Slab' by DSType, 'FF Kievit Slab' and 'FF Milo Slab' by FontFont, 'Calanda' and 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype, 'Corporative Slab' by Latinotype, and 'Tabac Slab' by Suitcase Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, western, poster, retro, robust, playful, impact, retro tone, approachable strength, display clarity, chunky, bracketed, rounded, friendly, sturdy.
A heavy, chunky slab-serif with broad proportions and softly rounded corners throughout. Serifs are thick and blunt with a slightly bracketed, carved feel that reads as sturdy rather than delicate. Strokes are largely even, with subtle shaping at joins and terminals that gives the letters a warm, molded silhouette. Counters are generous for the weight, and the overall rhythm is compact and punchy, favoring strong word shapes over fine detail.
Well-suited to display work such as headlines, posters, and signage where high impact and a recognizable slab-serif silhouette are desired. It also fits branding and packaging that aims for a retro or Americana-inspired tone, and can work for short text callouts where bold emphasis is needed.
The typeface conveys a bold, folksy confidence with a distinctly vintage, show-bill energy. Its soft slabs and rounded joins add friendliness and approachability, while the dense black presence keeps the tone assertive and attention-grabbing.
Likely designed to deliver maximum visual impact with a friendly, vintage slab-serif voice, prioritizing bold presence and recognizable shapes for display typography. The softened corners and robust slabs suggest an intention to feel both strong and approachable in branding and headline contexts.
The numerals match the letters’ heavy, squared-off construction and maintain a consistent, poster-ready color. In text settings the face holds together as a strong block, with distinctive slab terminals that stay legible at larger sizes where the silhouette character comes through most clearly.