Slab Contrasted Urdi 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ITC Cushing' by ITC, 'Directa Serif' by Outras Fontes, 'Calgary Serial' by SoftMaker, and 'Abril Titling' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, packaging, posters, authoritative, traditional, robust, scholarly, readability, heritage tone, strong presence, print texture, editorial voice, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, ink-trap feel, curly tail, oldstyle figures.
A sturdy serif design with pronounced, slab-like serifs and clearly bracketed joins. Strokes show noticeable modulation, with thick verticals and tapered curves that add a slightly calligraphic, print-like texture. The lowercase is compact and workmanlike, with rounded bowls and a two-storey “a,” while details like the ball terminal on “j,” the curled “y” descender, and the distinctive “Q” tail introduce character. Numerals read as oldstyle figures with varied heights and curved forms, reinforcing a classical rhythm. Overall spacing and proportions favor dense, text-forward setting while keeping counters open enough for clarity.
Well-suited to editorial layouts, book typography, and long-form reading where a firm serif texture is desired. It can also carry headlines and pull quotes effectively, and its distinctive terminals and oldstyle figures make it appealing for packaging, posters, and heritage-leaning branding.
The tone is confident and editorial—solid and traditional without feeling overly delicate. Its heavy serifs and assertive rhythm evoke book typography and institutional credibility, with a faint vintage/inked flavor from the tapered curves and distinctive terminals.
The design appears aimed at delivering a classic, print-rooted serif voice with extra heft for emphasis and presence. It balances readability with distinctive detailing, suggesting an intention to work both in serious editorial contexts and in display settings that benefit from a traditional, authoritative tone.
Several glyphs lean into idiosyncratic, print-era shapes (notably the “g,” “Q,” “y,” and the numerals), which gives the face a recognizable voice in display sizes while still feeling grounded for text. The contrast and bracketed serifs help keep lines from looking overly blocky despite the strong weight.