Slab Contrasted Lysi 8 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, logos, western, vintage, robust, friendly, poster-like, display impact, retro flavor, signage voice, sturdy branding, bracketed, blocky, soft corners, ink-trap feel, high impact.
A heavy, blocky slab serif with strongly bracketed serifs and rounded internal corners that soften the otherwise stout construction. Strokes are thick with visible (but not extreme) modulation, and terminals tend to end in squared, slab-like feet and caps. Counters are compact and the overall color is dark and even, with subtle notches and scoops where joins meet—details that help keep shapes open at display sizes. The design reads as sturdy and slightly condensed in feel despite generally straightforward proportions, with assertive capitals and a compact, utilitarian lowercase.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and short-form copy where a dense, attention-grabbing texture is an advantage. Its strong slab serifs and compact counters make it effective for branding, labels, and packaging, as well as signage-style layouts that benefit from a vintage, sturdy voice.
The tone is bold and down-to-earth, evoking vintage signage and print ephemera with a hint of Western or workwear character. It feels confident and approachable rather than refined, emphasizing impact and personality over delicacy.
Likely intended as a high-impact display slab that references traditional sign painting and bold print typography while maintaining consistent rhythm across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals. The softened corners and bracketed slabs suggest an aim for warmth and legibility at larger sizes without losing the strong, blocky presence.
The numerals and capitals maintain a consistent, squared rhythm, while the lowercase carries the same slab logic with sturdy shoulders and compact bowls. The serif treatment and bracketing create a cohesive, stamped/printed impression that suits high-contrast foreground/background applications.