Slab Rounded Bogy 9 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, book covers, playful, retro, folksy, friendly, quirky, display impact, retro charm, handmade warmth, rounded serifs, soft corners, bouncy, lively, inked.
A compact, condensed slab-serif with heavy, low-contrast strokes and pronounced, rounded serifs. Forms are upright with a steady vertical rhythm, but individual letters show gently irregular, hand-drawn energy through softened corners, bulb-like terminals, and slightly uneven curves. Counters are relatively tight and the texture reads dark and continuous, while the overall construction remains clear and structured.
This style suits display use where personality and strong presence matter—posters, headlines, packaging, and brand marks that want a retro or handcrafted flavor. It can also work for short editorial callouts or book-cover titling, especially where a compact, space-saving width is helpful.
The tone is playful and slightly old-fashioned, blending a vintage poster feel with a friendly, handmade warmth. Its rounded slab details and bouncy curves give it a whimsical character that feels approachable rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, condensed display voice with soft, rounded slab cues and a subtly handmade finish—prioritizing character and impact over neutral text regularity.
Serifs are consistently chunky and rounded, creating a distinctive stamped/inked impression at display sizes. The condensed proportions and dense color make it attention-grabbing, while the quirky details add personality to headings and short phrases.