Slab Rounded Leha 6 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
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This typeface is an italicized slab serif with generously rounded, bracket-like serifs and softened stroke endings throughout. Strokes are fairly even in thickness, with a sturdy horizontal emphasis and a slightly bouncy, handwritten rhythm typical of oblique designs. The letterforms show compact internal apertures and rounded joins, with curved terminals on characters like C, S, and J, and a distinctive, looped descender on g. Numerals follow the same softened slab construction, with clear, robust shapes and rounded corners that keep the texture dark but not harsh.
It suits editorial headlines, pull quotes, and short-to-medium passages where an italic voice is desirable without becoming overly delicate. The sturdy, rounded slabs also work well for packaging, posters, and branding that aims for a retro, personable character.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, evoking typewriter and mid-century editorial italics while staying clean enough for modern use. Its rounded slabs and steady weight give it a friendly, informal confidence rather than a sharp or corporate feel.
The design appears intended to combine the authority and stability of slab serifs with a softer, more human italic gesture. By rounding and bracketing the serifs and keeping contrast low, it prioritizes sturdy readability and an inviting, nostalgic texture in both display and text sizes.
In text, the italic slant and chunky, rounded serifs create a strong horizontal flow and a lively cadence, especially in mixed-case settings. The design maintains consistent serif treatment across caps, lowercase, and figures, which helps keep paragraphs cohesive and unmistakably “slab” in color.