Slab Normal Opmu 8 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'FF Milo Slab' by FontFont, 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith, 'Cargan' and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Lev Serif' by TypeFaith Fonts, and 'Paul Slab' and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, sturdy, friendly, retro, confident, bold, impact, readability, versatility, nostalgia, blocky, rounded, softened, heavy, compact.
A heavy, blocky slab serif with broad proportions and a steady, upright stance. Strokes are thick and even, with softened corners and short, square-ended serifs that read as robust rather than sharp. Counters are relatively open for the weight, while joins and terminals stay compact and sturdy, giving the letters a dense, poster-ready silhouette. The overall rhythm is consistent and workmanlike, with clear differentiation in the figures and a strong baseline presence.
Best used where strong presence is needed: headlines, posters, labels, packaging, and signage. It can also work for brand marks or badges that benefit from a bold, dependable slab-serif voice, especially in high-contrast layouts and large sizes.
The tone is confident and approachable, with a nostalgic, old-style “print” feel that suggests traditional signage and headline typography. Its weight and slab structure convey reliability and impact, while the rounded edges keep it from feeling harsh or overly industrial.
The design appears intended as a straightforward, impactful slab serif that prioritizes durability and clarity in display use. Its softened geometry and steady proportions suggest an aim for broad usability with a warm, vintage-leaning character.
At text sizes the dense blackness and tight interior spaces make it better suited to short bursts than long reading. The numerals and capitals carry a particularly strong, sign-like solidity, and the lowercase maintains a sturdy, no-nonsense texture that stays even across words.