Slab Normal Unru 3 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Arcanite Slab' and 'Nuga' by 38-lineart, 'Artegra Slab' by Artegra, 'Publica Slab' by FaceType, 'Nexa Slab' by Fontfabric, 'Hefring Slab' by Inhouse Type, and 'Ainslie Slab' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, rugged, industrial, confident, retro, pragmatic, emphasis, impact, readability, heritage tone, workhorse utility, slab serif, bracketed, soft corners, ink-trap feel, sturdy.
A sturdy italic slab serif with heavy, bracketed serifs and mostly monolinear strokes. The forms are wide-set with generous counters and a steady rhythm, giving the alphabet a stable, workmanlike texture even at large display sizes. Terminals are blunt and squared, with subtle rounding and slight tapering in joins that keeps the weight from feeling overly mechanical. Figures are robust and open, matching the letterforms’ broad proportions and strong baseline presence.
Works well for headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and short paragraphs where a strong, slanted voice is desired. The broad proportions and sturdy slabs suit branding and packaging that aim for an industrial or heritage feel, and it can also serve in editorial settings when you want emphasis without moving into high-contrast elegance.
The tone feels confident and utilitarian, with a vintage editorial and poster flavor. Its bold, slanted stance reads assertive and energetic, while the slab structure adds a grounded, dependable character suited to straightforward communication.
Designed to deliver a clear, forceful italic voice built on slab-serif stability—prioritizing impact, readability, and a cohesive, no-nonsense texture across letters and numbers.
The italic angle is consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals, creating a cohesive forward motion. Round letters stay relatively open rather than condensed, and the serif treatment remains consistent across the set, supporting a uniform, punchy texture in continuous text lines.