Slab Contrasted Kolav 10 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Noemi Slab' by Brackets, 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'Abiding' by Suomi, and 'Arventa Slab Pro' by preussTYPE (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, headlines, book text, branding, posters, authoritative, classic, scholarly, confident, readability, authority, classic editorial, sturdy display, slab serif, bracketed serifs, sturdy, high-contrast details, ink-trap free.
A sturdy slab serif with pronounced, squared serifs and subtly bracketed joins that give the letterforms a carved, deliberate finish. Stems are robust and mostly even, with just enough modulation to add crispness in curves and at terminals without feeling delicate. Counters are open and generously shaped, and the overall rhythm is steady, with slightly compact joins and clear, squared-off terminals that keep forms readable. Numerals match the text weight and structure, with strong verticals and blunt serifs that align well for tabular-like texture in running text.
Well-suited to editorial typography where a firm, classic presence is desired—magazine headlines, section openers, pull quotes, and book interiors that can benefit from a slightly heavier, more anchored serif texture. It also works for branding and packaging that wants a trustworthy, traditional voice, and for posters or signage where strong serifs help maintain clarity.
The tone is traditional and authoritative, with a newsroom/editorial confidence and a bookish, institutional feel. Its strong slabs and measured proportions suggest reliability and seriousness rather than playfulness, giving copy a grounded, formal voice.
The design appears intended to provide a classic slab-serif voice with strong structure and dependable readability, balancing sturdy serifs with controlled stroke shaping to work in both display and extended reading contexts.
In sample text, the bold-ish slabs create a dark, even typographic color, and the punctuation and capitals hold their shape well at larger sizes. Round letters stay controlled and not overly wide, helping paragraphs feel stable and composed.