Slab Normal Opju 7 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith, 'Brix Slab' by HVD Fonts, 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Gaspo Slab' and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype, and 'Abiding' by Suomi (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, editorial, retro, rugged, confident, industrial, impact, legibility, workhorse, print feel, authority, slab serif, bracketed, ink-trap, soft corners, compact.
A sturdy italic slab serif with broad, weighty strokes and minimal contrast. The serifs read as squared and generously bracketed, with softened corners and slight tapering that keeps joins from feeling blunt. Letters show a forward-leaning, energetic stance and a somewhat compact rhythm, with counters kept open enough to stay clear at display sizes. Overall spacing feels workmanlike rather than airy, creating a dense, punchy texture in words and lines.
Well suited to headlines, posters, and branding where a strong italic slab voice is needed. It also fits packaging, labels, and editorial display settings that benefit from a dense, high-impact texture and a classic print-inspired feel.
The tone is bold and pragmatic with a retro, utilitarian flavor—more workshop and print-shop than delicate or formal. Its slanted posture adds motion and assertiveness, giving headlines a confident, get-it-done character.
The design appears intended as a dependable, no-nonsense slab italic that delivers strong presence and clear word shapes, echoing traditional print and industrial signage while remaining straightforward and versatile in display use.
In the sample text, the face holds together as a strong block of color, with noticeably robust serifs and slightly softened terminals that prevent harshness. Numerals and caps appear built for impact, while the lowercase maintains legibility through open bowls and sturdy stems.