Slab Contrasted Fure 1 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Equip Slab' and 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype, 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry, 'Pepi/Rudi' by Suitcase Type Foundry, and 'Museo Slab' by exljbris (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, sports branding, assertive, retro, industrial, collegiate, friendly, impact, heritage feel, signage strength, brand presence, blocky, chunky, sturdy, bracketed, rounded.
A heavy, block-forward slab serif with broad proportions and tightly integrated, squared-off serifs that read like extensions of the stems. The forms are built from compact geometry with subtly rounded corners and soft interior curves, giving the letters a dense, carved look rather than a sharp mechanical one. Counters are relatively small and apertures tend to be partially closed, creating strong mass and high ink coverage in both uppercase and lowercase. Stroke modulation is minimal overall, with just enough shaping in bowls and joins to keep rhythm smooth in text and prevent the slabs from feeling overly rigid.
Best suited to headlines and short, high-impact copy where the bold slabs and broad proportions can do the work—posters, signage, packaging, and brand marks. It also fits collegiate or team-style identities and editorial display settings where a sturdy, vintage-leaning slab serif is desired.
The tone is confident and emphatic, with a classic American display flavor that can feel both workmanlike and welcoming. Its chunky slabs and sturdy silhouettes evoke signage, headlines, and heritage branding, while the softened edges keep it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a sturdy slab-serif structure, combining compact, ink-rich shapes with gently rounded detailing for an approachable retro display voice.
In the sample text, the weight and compact counters make it most comfortable at display sizes, where the internal shapes open up and the slab terminals stay crisp. Numerals share the same chunky, rounded construction, matching the alphabet’s strong, poster-ready presence.