Slab Contrasted Type 1 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kontiki' and 'Pulpo' by Floodfonts, 'Clarendon LT' by Linotype, 'Century PS Pro' by SoftMaker, and 'Clarendon No 1' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, confident, retro, rugged, friendly, editorial, impact, heritage, readability, print feel, attention, bracketed, blocky, ink-trap feel, ball terminals, beaked terminals.
A heavy, slab-serif design with broad proportions, sturdy stems, and clearly bracketed slabs that read as carved and supportive rather than hairline-thin. The letterforms show a moderate internal contrast and a slightly softened, inky finish: joins and tight corners often appear subtly notched or scooped, giving an ink-trap-like texture. Curves are generous and full, counters are fairly open for the weight, and terminals frequently finish with rounded or beak-like details that add character without becoming script-like. Overall spacing feels even and stable, and the figures follow the same robust, high-impact construction.
This style performs best in headlines, titles, and short blocks of copy where its bold slabs and wide stance can carry impact. It suits posters, signage, labels, and brand marks that need strong visibility and a classic, print-forward personality. For long-form reading, it will be most effective when used selectively for emphasis or section headers due to its dense typographic color.
The font communicates a bold, no-nonsense tone with a distinctly vintage flavor—part newsroom headline, part workwear label. Its weight and slabs project authority and dependability, while the softened details and rounded terminals keep it approachable rather than severe. The result feels energetic and attention-grabbing, suited to messaging that wants to look established and confident.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact slab-serif authority with a warm, vintage edge, combining sturdy, bracketed serifs with softened, ink-aware detailing for a distinctly tactile display voice.
In text, the heavy color creates strong typographic presence and a dense rhythm, making line breaks and word shapes visually prominent. The design’s distinctive corner shaping and terminal treatment are most noticeable at display sizes, where the subtle scoops and rounded finishes contribute to a tactile, printed feel.