Slab Rounded Poba 12 is a regular weight, very wide, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, children’s, editorial, retro, friendly, informal, bookish, quirky, soften slab, add warmth, increase presence, friendly readability, rounded, soft serifs, chunky, low contrast, open counters.
A soft slab-serif with low-contrast, largely even strokes and generously rounded corners throughout. Serifs read as short, blocky feet and caps with softened ends, giving the outlines a cushioned, inked feel rather than sharp terminals. Proportions are broad with roomy bowls and open counters, while the overall rhythm stays steady and readable; curves are smooth and slightly squarish in places, and joins remain clean and uncluttered. Numerals and capitals maintain the same wide stance, with consistent stroke weight and sturdy horizontal elements.
Best suited for display and short-to-medium text where personality matters—headlines, posters, packaging, and editorial pull quotes. Its sturdy slab footing and softened details also make it a good fit for friendly branding, educational materials, and signage-style applications that benefit from clarity with character.
The tone is warm and approachable, mixing a bookish slab-serif structure with playful rounding that feels mildly retro. It suggests an informal, human-friendly voice—confident and sturdy, but never severe.
The design appears intended to merge the dependable structure of a slab serif with rounded, softened detailing for a more casual and inviting voice. It aims for clear reading forms while adding a distinct, slightly vintage charm through broad proportions and cushioned terminals.
In text, the softened serifs and rounded terminals create a gentle texture and reduce harsh sparkle, making paragraphs feel cohesive and calm. The wide set and solid shapes give headlines a distinctive presence, while the consistent stroke weight keeps the color even across mixed case and figures.