Slab Contrasted Tila 14 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, logos, playful, western, retro, friendly, rugged, impact, nostalgia, warmth, display, chunky, bracketed, rounded, softened, ink-trap hints.
A heavy, chunky slab serif with compact proportions and softened corners. Stems are thick with moderate stroke contrast, and the slab terminals are broad and slightly bracketed, producing a sturdy, stamped look rather than a crisp geometric one. Curves are generous and round, while joins and inner counters show small notches and pinch points that add texture and keep the forms from clogging at display sizes. Overall spacing is open enough for the weight, with a lively rhythm created by subtly uneven contours and varied widths across letters.
Best suited for display typography where weight and personality are assets: posters, headlines, brand marks, labels, and signage. It can work for short bursts of text (taglines, callouts) but the dense weight and decorative slab detailing make it less ideal for extended small-size reading.
The tone feels bold and good-humored, with a clear vintage flavor reminiscent of old posters, carnivals, and Western-inspired lettering. Its friendliness comes from the rounded curves and softened edges, while the dense slabs and notched details add a rugged, handmade confidence.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a warm, retro voice—combining bold slab serifs with softened, slightly irregular detailing to evoke traditional print and signage. It prioritizes character and punch over neutrality, aiming to stand out immediately in branding and promotional contexts.
Uppercase shapes lean toward compact, sign-like silhouettes (notably the wide, rounded bowls and prominent slabs), and the lowercase maintains strong presence with sturdy serifs and simple, readable forms. Numerals are similarly chunky and attention-grabbing, matching the overall poster weight and texture.