Slab Contrasted Abwy 1 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, sturdy, industrial, retro, confident, utilitarian, impact, durability, legibility, display, slab serif, blocky, square serifs, bracketed, rounded corners.
A heavy slab-serif with broad proportions and pronounced, rectangular serifs. Strokes are robust with modest contrast and slightly softened joins that keep counters open and legible. The forms favor straight-sided geometry—especially in capitals—while round letters (C, O, S) are tightly controlled, giving an even, poster-like rhythm. Lowercase follows a sturdy, workmanlike construction with a compact, sturdy texture and clear, unambiguous numerals.
Best suited to headlines and short to medium lines where a dense, authoritative presence is desired. It works well for posters, signage, labels, and packaging that benefit from bold, sturdy letterforms and clear numerals.
The overall tone is tough and dependable, with a distinctly traditional, “printed” feel. It reads as practical and no-nonsense, evoking industrial labeling and mid-century display typography rather than delicate editorial refinement.
The font appears designed to deliver a strong, legible slab-serif voice with an emphasis on solidity and impact. Its broad stance and firm serifs suggest an intention to perform reliably in display settings while remaining readable in compact blocks of text.
The design maintains consistent weight and serif treatment across cases, creating a cohesive, emphatic color in text. The heavy serifs and generous widths make it feel especially stable in short lines and headlines, while the squared terminals and controlled curves reinforce a strong, mechanical character.