Slab Contrasted Vubo 7 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF More', 'FF Tisa', and 'FF Tisa Paneuropean' by FontFont; 'Capita' by Hoftype; and 'Rooney' by Jan Fromm (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, branding, packaging, western, vintage, bold, friendly, poster-like, display impact, heritage feel, poster utility, signage clarity, bracketed serifs, soft corners, rounded joins, low apertures, chunky terminals.
A heavy, slab‑serif design with broad proportions, stout stems, and generously sized, blocky serifs that read as softly bracketed rather than razor‑sharp. Curves are full and rounded, with compact counters and relatively low apertures in letters like C, S, and e, giving the forms a dense, punchy texture. Stroke endings and corners feel subtly softened, and the overall rhythm alternates between wide rounds (O, Q) and sturdier, rectangular structures (E, H, N), producing a lively but consistent silhouette. Numerals share the same chunky construction, with strong horizontal emphasis and clear, stable shapes.
Best suited to display contexts where strong presence is needed, such as posters, headlines, storefront or event signage, and bold branding. The chunky slabs and dense texture also work well for packaging or labels that aim for a vintage or Western-leaning personality, while remaining legible in short to medium text blocks at larger sizes.
The font conveys an assertive, old-school tone that nods to wood-type and Western poster traditions while staying approachable. Its weight and softened details feel confident and a bit playful, lending a handcrafted, heritage flavor rather than a sleek contemporary one.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a heritage, wood-type-inspired slab serif voice. It prioritizes bold silhouettes, sturdy construction, and friendly rounding to create a confident display face that feels traditional and attention-grabbing.
The lowercase shows distinctive slabby details—especially in t, r, and a—with compact internal spaces that increase impact at display sizes. The overall color on the page is very dark and even, making word shapes stand out through silhouette and serif rhythm more than through internal counter detail.