Slab Contrasted Tyro 15 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Malaga' by Emigre, 'Alkes' by Fontfabric, 'Marat' by Ludwig Type, 'Adagio Serif' by Machalski, 'Clara Serif' by Signature Type Foundry, and 'Rail' by Type Fleet (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, sturdy, retro, friendly, confident, informal, display impact, retro tone, approachability, sturdy voice, brand character, bracketed, rounded, ink-trap feel, soft corners, bouncy.
A heavy, bracketed slab-serif with rounded joins and a slightly soft, inked silhouette. Strokes show noticeable contrast for a slab style, with stout verticals and fuller curves, and the serifs read as thick, gently flared blocks rather than sharp slabs. The letterforms are wide and roomy, with large counters, a moderate x-height, and a subtly uneven, lively rhythm that suggests a hand-pressed or display-cut influence. Figures are bold and compact, matching the weight and presence of the caps and lowercase.
Best suited to headlines and short-to-medium display copy where its bold slabs and wide proportions can deliver impact. It works well for retro-leaning branding, packaging, labels, and signage that benefit from a friendly, sturdy tone. For long passages, it will read best with generous spacing and comfortable line height due to its heavy typographic color.
The overall tone is robust and upbeat, combining a dependable, workmanlike slab foundation with a warm, slightly quirky personality. It feels vintage and approachable rather than austere, giving text a confident, poster-like voice with a touch of playfulness.
The design appears intended as a characterful display slab that balances strong, blocky serifs with softer, more human curves. It aims to provide vintage-flavored impact and warmth, maintaining clarity through large counters and open shapes while keeping an energetic, slightly bouncy rhythm.
In the sample text the weight and soft shaping create strong color on the page; the texture is dense but readable, with rounded terminals and thick serifs helping words hold together at display sizes. The slightly irregular, not-too-mechanical rhythm adds character without becoming overtly distressed.