Slab Normal Vama 6 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Calanda', 'Foro', and 'Foro Rounded' by Hoftype and 'Metronic Slab Pro' by Mostardesign (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, subheads, posters, editorial, packaging, classic, confident, retro, warm, strong emphasis, editorial tone, retro utility, readable impact, bracketed, ink-trap feel, soft corners, sturdy, dense.
A heavy, forward-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and sturdy, low-contrast strokes. Serifs are blocky and strongly present, often bracketed into the stems, giving the outlines a softened, slightly inked-in feel rather than razor-sharp geometry. The italic construction shows clear cursive movement in letters like a, f, g, and y, while many capitals maintain a stable, bookish structure. Counters are moderately open for the weight, and joins and terminals tend to round off subtly, reinforcing an even, workmanlike rhythm in text.
This font is well suited to headlines and subheads where a sturdy italic slab can deliver emphasis without losing clarity. It also works effectively for posters, book or magazine editorial styling, and packaging or labels that benefit from a classic, weighty typographic voice.
The overall tone is assertive and traditional, with an old-school editorial flavor. Its italic slant adds energy and momentum, while the thick slabs and softened details keep it grounded and approachable—suggesting a confident, slightly nostalgic voice rather than a sleek modern one.
The design appears intended as a dependable, high-impact slab serif italic: strong enough to carry display settings, yet controlled and consistent enough to serve as an emphasis style in editorial typography. Its softened joins and robust serifs aim to preserve readability and warmth while maintaining authority.
In the sample text, the bold italic mass creates strong line color and prominent word shapes, with especially punchy capitals and numerals. The design favors solidity over delicacy, making the serif presence a key part of the texture at both display and larger text sizes.