Slab Contrasted Ulru 3 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Clarendon BT' by Bitstream, 'Clarendon' by Linotype, 'Clarendon SB' and 'Clarendon SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Clarendon' by Tilde, and 'Clarendon' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, packaging, signage, heritage, robust, authoritative, collegiate, impact, readability, classic tone, print feel, branding, bracketed, chunky, ink-trap hints, rounded terminals, compact joins.
A sturdy serif with pronounced slab-like feet and subtly bracketed joins, built from broad, confident strokes and noticeable but not delicate contrast. Curves are generously rounded and counters stay open, giving the letters a substantial, readable texture. The lowercase shows sturdy bowls and shoulders with a single-storey “a” and a two-storey “g,” while numerals and capitals keep a consistent, weighty rhythm and strong baseline presence.
Best suited to short to medium-length settings where strong presence is needed—headlines, pull quotes, covers, packaging, and bold signage. It can also work in editorial subheads and deck copy where a dense, traditional texture is desirable.
The overall tone feels traditional and dependable, with a familiar bookish authority that also nods to collegiate and vintage printing. Its heavy, friendly shapes communicate confidence and practicality rather than refinement.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, classic serif voice with sturdy slabs and comfortable curves, balancing vintage print cues with straightforward readability for display-driven typography.
Serifs read as squared and solid, with softened corners that prevent the weight from feeling harsh. The ampersand and figures share the same chunky, oldstyle-leaning character, helping long lines maintain an even, dark color without looking overly rigid.