Slab Normal Ogdi 6 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Arbour' and 'Arbour Soft' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, editorial, book design, headlines, branding, sturdy, straightforward, institutional, traditional, clarity, durability, versatility, authority, readability, slab serif, bracketed, robust, compact, highly legible.
This typeface presents a sturdy slab-serif construction with blunt, mostly rectangular serifs and modest bracketing where stems meet serifs. Strokes are even and steady, producing a calm, low-modulation texture and consistent color in text. Letterforms are broadly proportional with open counters and clear joins; round characters like O/Q are smoothly drawn while keeping a solid, grounded feel. The lowercase shows conventional shapes with a two-storey “a” and a compact, readable “e,” and the numerals are simple and sturdy with strong horizontal terminals.
Well-suited to extended reading in editorial layouts, book interiors, and other text-forward contexts where a steady, legible texture is needed. It also holds up for headings, captions, and informational design where a solid, authoritative slab-serif voice supports hierarchy and clarity.
The overall tone is practical and workmanlike, with a dependable, no-nonsense presence. It evokes familiar editorial and institutional typography—confident, grounded, and slightly traditional rather than flashy or expressive. The slab serifs add firmness and authority without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended as a reliable slab-serif workhorse: robust serifs, restrained detailing, and consistent stroke treatment prioritize clarity and a stable typographic color. Its conventional proportions and familiar forms suggest a focus on versatility across both text and display settings.
In the sample text, the rhythm remains stable at larger sizes, with clear word shapes and a slightly compact, structured look created by the strong serifs and uniform stroke weight. The capitals read firmly and evenly, and punctuation and numerals maintain the same blunt, utilitarian character.