Slab Contrasted Uglu 10 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Kievit Slab' by FontFont, 'Diverda Serif' by Linotype, and 'Amasis' and 'Amasis eText' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, branding, packaging, classic, sturdy, confident, editorial, collegiate, impact, readability, tradition, authority, bracketed, blocky, heavy serif, ball terminals.
A heavy serif design with broad, bracketed slab-like serifs and rounded joins that soften the overall mass. Strokes show noticeable modulation, with thick verticals and slightly lighter curved and horizontal elements, creating a steady, readable rhythm in text. Counters are fairly open for the weight, and curves (notably in C, G, O, and S) are generously rounded, balancing the squarer slab structure. The lowercase is compact with a moderate x-height, featuring a two-storey a, a single-storey g, and sturdy, footed stems; numerals are wide-set and similarly built, with a strong, anchored baseline presence.
Best suited to display settings where strong presence is needed—headlines, editorial deck type, posters, and cover typography. Its sturdy slabs and clear forms also make it a good candidate for branding and packaging that aims for a classic, trustworthy voice.
The font conveys a traditional, authoritative tone with a friendly warmth from its rounded corners and generous curves. It feels dependable and established—more “headline newspaper” or “campus poster” than minimalist or technical—projecting confidence without looking sharp or severe.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact readability with a traditional slab-serif foundation, combining robust serifs and controlled contrast for a confident, editorial-forward texture that holds up well at larger sizes and in bold statements.
Serifs are consistently prominent and slightly flared, giving letters an engraved, sign-like solidity. The overall color on the page is dark and even, and the bold weight remains legible in longer samples thanks to controlled spacing and relatively open interior shapes.