Slab Contrasted Lymo 5 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, packaging, posters, headlines, signage, typewriter, industrial, retro, utilitarian, typewriter feel, print utility, sturdy clarity, retro tone, slab serif, bracketed serifs, ink traps, rounded corners, soft terminals.
A slab serif with sturdy, rectangular serifs and subtly bracketed joins that soften the transitions into stems. Strokes show noticeable modulation for a slab—curves are slightly lighter than main stems—while counters stay open and readable. Many terminals are squared off with rounded corners, and several junctions suggest small ink-trap-like notches that add texture and improve separation at heavier joins. The overall rhythm is calm and consistent, with compact internal spacing and a slightly mechanical, structured construction.
Well suited to editorial headlines and pull quotes where a classic, print-forward slab voice is needed. It can also support packaging, labels, and signage that benefits from sturdy serifs and clear letter recognition. In longer text, it reads cleanly with a distinctly mechanical flavor, making it a good fit for brand systems that want a utilitarian, retro-leaning tone.
The tone feels typewriter-adjacent and workmanlike, balancing a no-nonsense, utilitarian voice with a gently nostalgic character. Its squared details and firm serifs evoke printed matter—forms, labels, and editorial typography—while the softened corners keep it approachable rather than harsh.
Likely designed to capture a typewriter/industrial slab impression with robust serifs and slightly engineered details, while keeping text usability through open counters and controlled contrast. The softened corners and bracketed slabs appear intended to blend toughness with friendliness for versatile display and editorial use.
The face maintains strong baseline discipline and clear, unambiguous letterforms in running text. Rounded bowls and sturdy slabs give it a confident presence at display sizes, while the open apertures and restrained contrast help it remain legible in paragraphs.