Slab Rounded Efru 12 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, magazines, literary, quotations, bookish, classic, gentle, refined, scholarly, readability, elegance, editorial voice, classic tone, softening, bracketed, flared, calligraphic, delicate, open counters.
A delicate italic serif with softly bracketed, slab-leaning serifs and rounded terminals that keep the texture smooth and approachable. Strokes are fine and even, with a restrained, low-contrast build and a consistent rightward slant. Proportions feel traditionally book-like: moderate x-height, generous ascenders and descenders, and open inner counters that help the letters breathe. The forms show subtle calligraphic influence in the entry/exit strokes and the curved joins, while maintaining a calm, regular rhythm across text.
Well-suited to book typography, long-form editorial, magazine features, and literary packaging where an italic voice is needed without becoming flashy. It also works nicely for pull quotes, captions, and refined branding lines that benefit from a gentle, classic serif texture.
The overall tone is literary and composed, suggesting classic editorial typography with a quieter, more personable warmth than a sharp, high-contrast italic. It reads as elegant and understated rather than dramatic, suitable for thoughtful, cultivated messaging.
The design appears intended to provide a graceful, readable italic with softened slab-like serifs—balancing traditional page typography with a friendlier, rounded finish for modern editorial use.
The numerals share the same light touch and italic energy, with rounded turns and clear silhouettes that match the text style. Capitals feel stately but not rigid, and the lowercase maintains a steady flow that supports continuous reading.