Slab Contrasted Lefe 1 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book text, posters, packaging, confident, traditional, authoritative, robust, robust readability, editorial voice, print authority, classic slab feel, bracketed, sturdy, crisp, high-structure, bookish.
A sturdy serif with pronounced slab-like, mostly bracketed serifs and clear, confident stroke endings. Curves are full and well controlled, with moderate stroke contrast that gives counters a clean, open feel without becoming delicate. Uppercase proportions read as classic and slightly monumental, while the lowercase shows compact, workmanlike forms with sturdy arches and terminals. The overall texture is even and dense, producing a strong typographic “color” in paragraphs.
It performs well in editorial settings where a strong serif voice is desired, from magazine headlines to pull quotes and section titling. The consistent, sturdy rhythm also suits longer-form reading in books or reports, and it can add a dependable, heritage-leaning tone to branding and packaging.
The font conveys an editorial, traditional tone—serious, grounded, and matter-of-fact. Its slabby serifs and firm rhythm suggest reliability and authority, with a slightly vintage, print-forward personality rather than a slick or minimalist one.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable slab-serif presence that balances traditional proportions with a robust, contemporary sturdiness. It prioritizes clear letterforms, strong baseline anchoring, and a consistent page texture suited to both display and text contexts.
Figures are bold and stable, with simple, legible construction that matches the sturdy serif language of the letters. The lowercase ‘g’ appears single-storey, reinforcing an approachable, bookish feel, while capitals maintain a structured, headline-ready presence.