Slab Contrasted Tyja 3 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ITC Pacella' by ITC, 'Forbes' by Linotype, 'Abril Titling' by TypeTogether, and 'Clarendon' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, robust, vintage, confident, friendly, workmanlike, impact, heritage, readability, branding, blocky, bracketed, softened, chunky, poster-ready.
A heavy, compact slab-serif with broad, rectangular serifs and noticeable bracketing that softens joins into the stems. Strokes are thick with modest modulation, giving counters a slightly pinched, ink-trap-like feel in places and producing a dense, authoritative color on the page. The capitals are wide and sturdy with squared terminals, while the lowercase shows a traditional serif structure with round dots, a two-storey “g,” and a single-storey “a,” all drawn with blunt, weighty details. Numerals are similarly bold and stable, designed to read clearly at display sizes with a strong, block-like silhouette.
Best suited for bold display settings such as headlines, posters, signage, and branding where a sturdy slab-serif presence is desired. It can work well on packaging and editorial feature treatments that benefit from a vintage, workwear-inspired tone.
The font conveys a sturdy, old-school voice—confident and energetic without feeling sharp or austere. Its chunky slabs and softened curves suggest a warm, industrial practicality that feels at home in heritage and Americana-leaning aesthetics.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact and legibility at larger sizes through thick strokes, broad slabs, and compact counters. Its bracketed details and traditional serif construction aim to balance ruggedness with approachability for attention-grabbing display typography.
The strong serifs and tight internal spaces create high impact in headlines, but the dark texture and narrow apertures can make long passages feel heavy. The shapes keep a consistent rhythm across cases, with deliberate, poster-like proportions and an emphasis on solidity over delicacy.