Slab Normal Labu 3 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book covers, magazines, branding, invitations, refined, quiet, bookish, airy, modern-classic, elegant slab, editorial clarity, premium tone, modern restraint, slab serifs, bracketed, delicate, crisp, linear.
This typeface pairs very thin, even strokes with clearly defined slab serifs that read as lightly bracketed at many joins. Letterforms are open and neatly proportioned, with rounded bowls and a measured, vertical rhythm; curves stay smooth while terminals and serifs remain crisp and planar. The overall texture is light and spacious, with fine hairline joins and consistent construction across caps, lowercase, and figures.
It suits editorial typography where a light, refined slab can add character without overpowering the page—feature headings, pull quotes, and cover lines in magazines or books. It can also work well in premium branding and printed materials such as invitations or programs, especially where generous spacing and a crisp, quiet presence are desired.
The tone is understated and cultivated—more literary than loud. Its light color and tidy slabs suggest a thoughtful, editorial voice that feels calm, precise, and slightly formal without becoming ornate.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, minimal slab-serif voice with an emphasis on delicacy and clarity. It aims for an elegant page color and a disciplined, consistent rhythm that reads as polished in display and larger text settings.
Uppercase forms are clean and stately, while the lowercase keeps an elegant simplicity with straightforward, readable shapes. Numerals appear similarly light and restrained, matching the text weight and maintaining a composed, contemporary feel.