Slab Contrasted Abpu 12 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Noemi Slab' by Brackets, 'Bluteau Slab' by DSType, 'Graublau Slab Pro' by FDI, 'FF Kievit Slab' by FontFont, 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith, 'Foro' and 'Foro Rounded' by Hoftype, 'Aptifer Slab' by Linotype, and 'TheSerif' by LucasFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, branding, packaging, authoritative, traditional, robust, confident, impact, readability, heritage, utility, emphasis, slab serif, bracketed serifs, sturdy, blocky, high readability.
A sturdy slab-serif with heavy, bracketed serifs and a compact, even rhythm. Strokes are generally robust with modest modulation, producing solid color in text and strong vertical presence in capitals. Counters are open and clearly shaped, while terminals and joins feel purposeful and slightly squared, reinforcing a workmanlike, print-oriented texture. Proportions lean practical rather than condensed or extended, and the overall construction reads steady and legible at display and larger text sizes.
Well-suited to headlines and subheads where a strong typographic anchor is needed, as well as editorial layouts that benefit from a classic slab-serif voice. It can also perform effectively in posters, packaging, and branding applications that call for a robust, dependable look and clear readability.
The font conveys an authoritative, editorial tone with a traditional backbone and a no-nonsense voice. Its weight and slab structure suggest reliability and emphasis, lending a confident, institutional feel that can read both classic and utilitarian.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, dependable slab-serif presence with clear forms and a steady rhythm, balancing traditional serif cues with a pragmatic, high-impact texture for prominent typography.
Capitals present a firm, sign-like stance with prominent serifs and consistent spacing, while the lowercase maintains clear differentiation and steady texture in running lines. Numerals appear substantial and straightforward, matching the typeface’s strong, grounded character.