Slab Rounded Ubdo 3 is a bold, wide, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Irpin Type' by Aronetiv, 'Artegra Slab' by Artegra, 'Barnic Slab' by Peninsula Studioz, and 'Namyv' by Poloskov (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, retro, sturdy, playful, approachable, approachability, nostalgia, impact, clarity, rounded serifs, soft corners, heavy stroke, low contrast, open counters.
A sturdy, soft-edged slab serif with heavy, low-contrast strokes and rounded, ball-like serif terminals. The letterforms are broad with generous internal space, giving counters an open, readable feel even at larger display sizes. Curves are smoothly drawn and corners are consistently softened, creating an even rhythm across rounds and straights. Numerals share the same weight and rounded slab details, with simplified, highly legible shapes.
Well-suited to headlines, posters, and branding where a bold, friendly slab serif texture is desired. It can also work effectively on packaging and signage, where broad shapes and open counters help maintain readability while preserving a retro, characterful look.
The overall tone is warm and personable, combining a dependable, workmanlike presence with a distinctly nostalgic, slightly whimsical character. Its rounded slab details make it feel less formal than traditional slabs, leaning toward an inviting, easygoing voice that still reads as solid and confident.
The typeface appears designed to deliver a robust slab-serif voice while avoiding sharpness, using rounded terminals to project approachability. Its proportions and simplified forms suggest an emphasis on visibility and personality for display-driven typography.
The design emphasizes clarity through wide proportions and simple, direct construction, with consistent stroke endings that create a cohesive texture in text. The softened slab terminals add a distinctive silhouette that remains recognizable in headlines and short passages.