Slab Contrasted Egpu 7 is a very bold, very wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, branding, packaging, western, circus, retro, friendly, playful, display impact, vintage signage, nostalgic tone, friendly strength, chunky, rounded, bracketed, compact, sturdy.
A heavy, display-minded slab serif with broad proportions and strongly bracketed, blocky serifs. Strokes are thick with slightly softened corners and rounded internal counters, giving the forms a chunky, carved look rather than a sharp geometric one. The letters show clear slab terminals and a compact rhythm, with notably large lowercase presence and simplified, sturdy shapes that keep counters open at large sizes. Numerals and capitals maintain the same dense, weighty color, emphasizing solidity and impact.
Best suited for attention-grabbing display work such as headlines, posters, event graphics, storefront-style signage, and brand marks that benefit from a sturdy slab presence. It also works well on packaging and labels where a retro, showbill flavor is desired, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone feels bold and theatrical, evoking classic poster lettering with a hint of Western and circus signage. Its rounded details keep it approachable and upbeat, balancing toughness with a friendly, nostalgic character.
Likely designed as a high-impact display slab that references vintage signpainting and poster typography while staying legible through simplified, robust letterforms. The softened corners and bracketed slabs suggest an intention to feel both strong and inviting, with a distinctly nostalgic, entertainment-forward voice.
The design reads best when set with generous tracking or in short lines, as the heavy joins and tight counters can visually fill in at smaller sizes. The slab detailing is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, helping headlines and badges feel cohesive.