Slab Contrasted Tywi 3 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Leksa' by Alexandra Korolkova (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, playful, retro, friendly, chunky, rustic, impact, nostalgia, warmth, readability, character, bracketed, softened, bulbous, ink-trap feel, display.
A heavy, rounded slab-serif with soft, bracketed joins and broad, slightly tapered strokes that give the forms a carved, inked feel. Terminals and serifs are thick and blunted rather than sharp, with subtle pinching in tight counters and joins that reads like mild ink-trapping. The uppercase is sturdy and compact with generous interior spaces, while the lowercase stays robust and open, keeping counters clear despite the weight. Overall rhythm is lively and slightly irregular in feel, favoring warm, organic curves over strict geometric construction.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and branding where a strong, friendly presence is needed. The thick slabs and open counters hold up well in larger sizes for packaging, labels, and signage, especially in short bursts of text where its character can carry the message.
The tone is bold and approachable, blending vintage sign-painting energy with a cozy, folksy warmth. Its chunky slabs and softened corners create a confident voice that feels informal and characterful rather than corporate or clinical.
Designed to deliver maximum impact with a warm, nostalgic personality, pairing robust slab serifs with softened curves for readable, attention-grabbing display typography. The subtle pinching and rounded details suggest an intent to echo printed or stamped textures while staying legible.
Spacing appears comfortable for a heavy display face, and the figures match the letterforms with similarly rounded, weighty shapes. The italic is not shown; the samples suggest a consistent, upright texture suited to short lines and emphatic settings.