Slab Contrasted Buwi 1 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Lagom' by Fenotype and 'Pulpo' by Floodfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, branding, packaging, robust, vintage, assertive, scholarly, sporty, impact, readability, tradition, momentum, bracketed, slabbed, chunky, ink-trap feel, calligraphic.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and a strong, steady rhythm. Strokes show noticeable modulation, with thick verticals and comparatively thinner joins and curves, producing crisp internal counters and a slightly chiseled feel. Serifs are substantial and bracketed, reading as sturdy slabs that anchor the forms without looking blocky; terminals often end in rounded or softly cupped shapes. The lowercase features compact bowls and a single-storey “a,” with lively entry/exit strokes and a somewhat calligraphic, inked texture that becomes more pronounced in the italics.
Best suited to display typography such as headlines, posters, and prominent editorial callouts where its robust slabs and italic energy can carry the page. It can also work well in branding and packaging that need a traditional yet punchy voice, and in short text passages when set with comfortable leading and moderate line lengths.
The overall tone is confident and energetic, mixing editorial seriousness with a classic, slightly nostalgic flavor. Its strong slabs and forward slant give it a sporty, headline-ready attitude while still retaining a bookish, traditional backbone.
Likely designed to deliver a bold, attention-forward italic slab serif that remains legible and structured, combining traditional serif credibility with a more dynamic, contemporary slant for impactful display use.
Numerals are full and prominent, matching the weight and slanted posture of the letters, and remain clear at display sizes. Spacing feels generous and the wide set helps maintain readability even with the heavy weight, while the italic angle adds momentum across longer lines.