Slab Contrasted Koduh 7 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Alianza' by Corradine Fonts, 'Cargan' by Hoftype, 'Gaspo Slab' by Latinotype, 'Diaria Pro' by Mint Type, 'Polyphonic' by Monotype, and 'Adelle' and 'Portada' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, branding, packaging, sturdy, literary, traditional, confident, readable slab, heritage tone, print authority, headline strength, bracketed serifs, blocky serifs, robust, workmanlike, ink-trap feel.
This typeface is a sturdy slab-serif with pronounced, squared terminals and softly bracketed joins that give the serifs a carved, anchored feel rather than a purely geometric snap. Strokes show clear, moderate contrast, with heavier verticals and slightly lighter connecting strokes, producing a steady reading rhythm without looking delicate. Proportions are balanced and conventional: capitals are broad and stable, while the lowercase shows compact bowls and solid stems; counters stay fairly open even as weight builds at corners and joins. Numerals are similarly robust, with strong horizontal feet and clear, high-contrast curves that match the overall chunky, print-forward construction.
It suits editorial settings where a firm, traditional voice is needed—magazine headlines, pull quotes, and book typography in particular. The bold slabs also make it effective for branding and packaging that benefits from a dependable, heritage-leaning tone, especially in medium-to-large sizes where the serif structure reads crisply.
The overall tone is authoritative and grounded, evoking book typography and institutional print. Its strong slabs and confident rhythm feel practical and dependable, with a slightly old-style, literary sensibility rather than a sleek modern one.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic slab-serif presence that reads reliably while projecting strength and credibility. Its moderated contrast and bracketed slabs suggest a balance between sturdy display impact and comfortable, text-oriented rhythm.
The design maintains consistent serif treatment across cases, with noticeable weight concentration at joins that can read as a subtle ink-trap or reinforced-corner effect in smaller details. Round letters remain relatively compact and upright, and the heavy serifs create emphatic word shapes that stand out well in headings.