Slab Contrasted Ulme 9 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ITC Bookman' by ITC, 'Bogue Slab' by Melvastype, and 'Bookman Old Style' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, packaging, branding, confident, heritage, rugged, assertive, impact, authority, readability, print feel, display strength, bracketed, chunky, ink-trap feel, high-shouldered, compact joints.
A sturdy slab-serif with pronounced, bracketed serifs and a generous overall footprint. Strokes are heavy and steady with a clear but not delicate contrast, and the joins and terminals tend toward chunky, slightly rounded corners that keep the texture cohesive at large sizes. Uppercase forms read formal and planted, while the lowercase adds liveliness through single-story shapes (notably a and g) and compact, energetic curves. Numerals are robust and classic in proportion, matching the weight and serif treatment of the letters.
Best suited for headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and display typography where weight and presence are desirable. It can work for short editorial passages at larger sizes, and it fits well in branding and packaging that needs a traditional, sturdy voice with a contemporary punch.
The tone is bold and self-assured, with a heritage, print-forward flavor that suggests headlines, posters, and strong statements. Its slab construction and dense rhythm give it an authoritative, slightly rugged presence rather than a refined or minimalist one.
Likely intended as an attention-getting slab serif that balances classic, sign-and-print cues with a friendly, modern solidity. The design emphasizes impact and legibility through strong serifs, compact counters, and consistent weight distribution.
In paragraph setting the color is dark and even, with tight interior counters that emphasize impact over airiness. The capitals feel particularly stable and monumental, while the lowercase introduces a more approachable, slightly quirky warmth through rounded bowls and pronounced terminals.