Slab Contrasted Vana 3 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Rabento' by Mans Greback (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, signage, western, circus, vintage, poster, playful, attention, retro flavor, branding, decorative, bracketed, ink-trap-like, ball terminals, soft corners, compact.
A heavy, display-oriented serif with pronounced slab-like terminals and clear stroke modulation. Serifs are broad and bracketed, with flared, wedgey joins that give many letters a stamped, woodtype-like silhouette. Counters are relatively tight and forms are compact, while curves often finish in teardrop/ball-like terminals (notably in the “a”, “f”, and numerals). The overall rhythm is punchy and dark, with sturdy verticals, rounded bowls, and occasional triangular notches that read like ink-trap accents in the joins and at some serifs.
Best suited for headlines and short blocks of text where bold texture and distinctive letterforms are an asset. It works well for posters, branding marks, labels/packaging, and signage that aims for a retro or western-inspired tone rather than quiet body-text readability.
The font projects a bold, showman character with strong vintage and Americana overtones. Its chunky slabs and decorative terminals feel theatrical and attention-seeking, suggesting signage, playbills, and retro advertising where a bit of personality is desirable.
The design appears intended to reinterpret bold slab serif display forms with a decorative, old-style twist—mixing sturdy slabs with animated terminals and high-contrast shaping to deliver a confident, attention-grabbing voice.
Uppercase shapes feel authoritative and blocky, while the lowercase adds more charm through rounded details and terminal flourishes, creating a lively texture in longer lines. Numerals are similarly stylized, with distinctive curves and terminals that prioritize character over neutrality.