Slab Contrasted Uldy 5 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Coupler' by District, 'Alkes' by Fontfabric, 'Capita' and 'Danton' by Hoftype, and 'Epica Pro' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, branding, classic, assertive, collegiate, heritage, impact, authority, readability, bracketed, blocky, robust, sturdy, sculpted.
A sturdy slab-serif with broad proportions, generous counters, and pronounced bracketed slabs that read as solid, block-like terminals. Strokes show noticeable thick–thin modulation, with heavier verticals and slightly lighter connecting strokes, giving the forms a carved, sculptural feel rather than a purely geometric build. Curves are full and round, joins are firm, and the overall rhythm is confident and even, with ample width helping letters stay open at display sizes. Numerals match the weight and presence of the letters, with similarly squared-off slab details and stable, upright stance.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and short editorial blocks where weight and presence are desired. It can also work well for branding, packaging, labels, and signage that benefit from a traditional slab-serif voice and strong legibility at larger sizes.
The tone is bold and traditional, evoking print-era authority and a collegiate or heritage sensibility. Its chunky slabs and confident contrast convey reliability and emphasis, making it feel assertive without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic slab-serif look with modern display impact—combining sturdy bracketed serifs, open interior space, and clear contrast to produce high-visibility typography for prominent text.
The design leans into strong horizontals and emphatic terminals, producing crisp word shapes and clear punctuation at larger sizes. The wide set and substantial serifs create a strong baseline and cap-line presence that can dominate a layout if used for long passages at small sizes.