Slab Contrasted Tyky 3 is a very bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ITC Bookman' by ITC, 'Deccan' by Indian Type Foundry, and 'Bogue' and 'Bogue Slab' by Melvastype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, mastheads, confident, retro, editorial, rugged, friendly, impact, heritage, warmth, readability, poster tone, bracketed, ball terminals, ink-trap feel, softened, display.
A heavy, strongly serifed design with slab-like, bracketed terminals and pronounced stroke contrast. The letterforms are broad and sturdy, with large, blocky serifs that read as anchored and stable rather than delicate. Curves are generously rounded and occasionally finish in ball-like terminals (notably in forms like J and y), giving the face a slightly soft, crafted edge despite its mass. Counters are relatively compact, and the overall rhythm is dense and emphatic, optimized for impact at larger sizes.
This style performs best in headlines, mastheads, and promotional copy where a bold, characterful voice is needed. It suits posters, packaging, and brand marks that benefit from a vintage-leaning, assertive slab-serif look, and it can work for short editorial callouts or pull quotes when ample size and spacing are available.
The font conveys a confident, old-school presence with a warm, slightly rustic tone. Its weight and chunky serifs feel authoritative and headline-ready, while the rounded details keep it approachable rather than severe. The overall impression sits comfortably between classic editorial bold and vintage poster typography.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a classic slab-serif structure, balancing rugged heft with rounded, personable detailing. It aims to feel traditional and dependable while remaining attention-grabbing and distinctive in display settings.
The sample text shows strong word shape and clear differentiation between capitals and lowercase, with a notably sturdy figure set that matches the letter weight. The contrast and bracketing create an almost inked, letterpress-like texture in paragraphs, making it visually energetic but best suited to short-to-medium runs rather than long-form reading.