Slab Rounded Arra 8 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A rounded slab serif with sturdy, low-contrast strokes and generously softened corners throughout. The serifs read as blunt, blocky feet with rounded terminals, giving the letterforms a cushioned, stamped look rather than a sharp, machined one. Curves are broad and smooth, counters are open, and the overall rhythm is steady and readable, with a slightly irregular, inked impression in the joins and terminals. Numerals follow the same soft, sturdy construction, with clear shapes and consistent weight.
Works well for editorial headlines, book covers, and pull quotes where a friendly serif presence is desired. Its sturdy, rounded slabs also suit packaging, café or small-business branding, and posters that want a retro print flavor with approachable readability.
The tone is warm and personable, mixing a vintage print feel with a gentle, informal friendliness. It suggests a classic, bookish voice without becoming austere, and its rounded slab details add a cozy, handcrafted character.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable slab serif structure while softening it with rounded terminals for a welcoming, nostalgic print aesthetic. It aims to balance legibility and character, providing a sturdy typographic voice that feels human and familiar.
Capitals feel stable and slightly wide in their stance, while the lowercase maintains clarity through simple, robust forms and rounded finishing strokes. The font’s soft terminals and slab feet help it hold up in display sizes while remaining comfortable for longer reading passages.