Slab Contrasted Ugge 9 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Chom' by Wundertype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, assertive, heritage, editorial, collegiate, industrial, impact, solidity, retro appeal, legibility, headline focus, slab serifs, blocky, bracketed, rounded corners, sturdy.
A heavy slab-serif design with broad proportions, dense color, and compact counters. The serifs read as strong rectangular slabs with slight bracketing, giving joins a subtly softened, carved feel rather than sharp mechanical corners. Curves are full and robust (notably in C/O/S), while stems stay stout and even, producing a steady rhythm in text. Lowercase forms are sturdy and utilitarian, with a single-storey a and g and a pronounced, ball-like ear on the g; terminals tend to be blunt and squared, reinforcing the blocky silhouette.
Best suited to large sizes where its thick slabs and broad shapes can deliver impact—headlines, posters, labels, and brand marks. It can also work for short editorial callouts and signage where a strong, traditional voice is desired, though its dense weight favors display use over long-form reading.
The overall tone is bold and grounded, with a familiar, old-school weight that evokes posters, headlines, and institutional graphics. It feels confident and workmanlike, balancing vintage warmth with a no-nonsense presence suited to attention-grabbing typography.
The design appears intended as a high-impact slab-serif for display typography, prioritizing solidity and legibility through thick strokes, prominent serifs, and wide letterforms. Its softened joins and sturdy lowercase aim to keep the look approachable while still feeling authoritative.
The numerals are wide and weighty, matching the caps’ strong slab structure; the 0 is notably round and the 9 carries a compact bowl with a firm descender. In running text, the face maintains an even, poster-like texture, with letterspacing and heavy serifs creating clear horizontal emphasis.