Slab Contrasted Abny 3 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Weekly' by Los Andes, 'Pragmatica Slab Serif' by ParaType, and 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, packaging, editorial, sturdy, confident, traditional, friendly, impact, legibility, authority, heritage, bracketed, blocky, softened, robust, ink-trap-like.
A robust slab serif with heavy, bracketed serifs and rounded shoulder transitions that keep the forms from feeling harsh. Strokes are thick and mostly even, with modest modulation and a pronounced, blocky footprint. Counters are compact but open enough for clarity, and the overall set reads slightly expanded, with generous presence in capitals and a solid, steady rhythm in text. Details like the two-storey “a” and “g,” a strong diagonal leg on “R,” and a compact, sturdy “t” reinforce a classic, utilitarian construction.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, and short blocks of text where a strong typographic voice is needed. It can also work well for editorial display, book covers, packaging, and signage where readability and a confident, traditional tone are priorities.
The tone is dependable and assertive, leaning traditional rather than trendy. Its weight and slab structure suggest authority and permanence, while the rounded joins add a warm, approachable character suitable for bold messaging.
This design appears aimed at delivering a classic slab-serif authority with a contemporary smoothness in the joins, creating a bold, reliable display face that stays legible while projecting strength.
Numerals are heavy and high-impact with clear silhouettes, and punctuation and dots read distinctly at text sizes. The lowercase maintains a consistent color, with short extenders and compact apertures that contribute to a dense, editorial feel.