Slab Contrasted Tiby 7 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Chaparral' by Adobe, 'Capita' and 'Danton' by Hoftype, 'Diverda Serif' by Linotype, and 'Narevik' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, packaging, signage, western, vintage, confident, friendly, rugged, impact, heritage feel, bold branding, display clarity, attention grabbing, chunky, bracketed, soft corners, compact joins, heavy serifs.
A very heavy slab-serif with broad proportions, substantial rectangular serifs, and a compact, blocky build. Curves are full and rounded, with slightly softened corners that keep the weight from feeling overly sharp. Stroke contrast is noticeable but controlled, with sturdy verticals and thick slabs that anchor the forms. Counters are relatively tight and the overall rhythm is dense, producing strong word shapes and a high-ink, poster-ready texture.
This typeface performs best in display contexts such as posters, headlines, brand marks, packaging, and storefront or wayfinding signage where its thick slabs and wide stance can carry from a distance. It can also work for short blurbs or pull quotes when ample size and line spacing are available to keep the texture from becoming too dense.
The font projects a bold, dependable tone with a retro, Americana-leaning flavor. Its chunky slabs and rounded modeling feel friendly and approachable while still reading as tough and workmanlike—well suited to designs that want presence and a touch of heritage character.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a classic slab-serif voice—combining robust, advertising-style letterforms with slightly rounded shaping for warmth and approachability. It prioritizes strong silhouettes and a bold typographic color over delicate detail.
Spacing appears generous enough for large settings, but the heavy weight and smaller internal counters can darken quickly in long text, especially at modest sizes. The numerals share the same stout construction and read clearly, reinforcing the display-first personality.