Slab Contrasted Lysi 6 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, logotypes, packaging, western, workwear, vintage, bold, friendly, impact, heritage, branding, warmth, slab serif, bracketed serifs, rounded corners, heavy weight, soft contrast.
A very heavy slab serif with broad, squared forms and clearly bracketed slabs that feel sturdy rather than sharp. Strokes are thick with gentle internal contrast and rounded joins that soften the overall mass, giving counters a compact, slightly squarish character. The lowercase shows robust, simple constructions with a solid rhythm, while the figures and capitals read as blocky and emphatic, emphasizing strong horizontals and confident terminals.
Best suited to headlines, short copy, and display settings where weight and character are an advantage—posters, storefront or wayfinding signage, labels, and packaging. It can also work for bold brand marks and campaign graphics where a vintage or Americana flavor is desired.
The font conveys a rugged, nostalgic tone reminiscent of posters, signage, and heritage workwear branding. Its chunky slabs and softened corners create a friendly toughness—assertive and attention-grabbing, but not aggressive.
Designed to deliver high-impact readability with a classic slab-serif voice, combining strong structural shapes with softened detailing for warmth. The emphasis appears to be on bold display performance and a recognizable, heritage-inspired personality.
At text sizes the dense color and strong serifs create a pronounced texture, with tight-looking apertures and counters that favor impact over airiness. The overall impression is consistent and deliberate, with sturdy baseline presence and a distinctly “printed” feel.