Slab Contrasted Koguz 8 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Corporative Slab' by Latinotype, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype, and 'Cabrito' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, magazines, branding, scholarly, traditional, confident, sturdy, readability, authority, durability, print utility, editorial voice, slab serif, bracketed, high readability, bookish, classic.
A sturdy slab serif with pronounced, mostly bracketed terminals and a calm, even rhythm. Strokes are generally low-contrast, with slightly heavier verticals and solid, rectangular serifs that keep the letterforms grounded. Proportions lean wide, with open counters and generous spacing that help maintain clarity in both capitals and text sizes. The lowercase shows a conventional, readable structure with a two-storey “a” and “g,” and numerals are straightforward and sturdy, matching the overall weight and texture.
Well-suited to editorial typography where a robust serif voice is needed, including magazines, books, and long-form reading. It also performs well for headings and pull quotes, where the strong slabs and wide proportions create impact without sacrificing legibility.
The tone is classic and editorial, suggesting authority and reliability rather than exuberance. Its slab construction adds a practical, workmanlike confidence, while the controlled shapes and steady color feel familiar and bookish.
The design appears intended to combine the dependable readability of traditional serif forms with the assertive structure of slab serifs, yielding a versatile face that can carry both continuous text and display settings with a confident, print-forward character.
The serif treatment is consistent across the set, producing a strong baseline and a firm presence in headlines. Rounded characters keep smooth curves without becoming soft, balancing warmth with a distinctly structured, print-oriented feel.