Slab Contrasted Vura 4 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Askan' by Hoftype, 'Mundo Serif' by Monotype, 'Mediator Serif' by ParaType, 'Pratt Nova' by Shinntype, and 'Blacker Shield' by Variatype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, confident, retro, robust, workmanlike, friendly, headline impact, sturdy authority, vintage flavor, signage clarity, brand presence, blocky, bracketed serifs, compact counters, display, heavy terminals.
A heavy, slab-serif display face with broad proportions and compact internal counters. Serifs are blocky and bracketed, giving terminals a carved, traditional feel, while curves are generously rounded and the joins stay firm and chunky. The rhythm is bold and steady, with clear vertical emphasis and enough stroke modulation to add definition without losing the dense, headline-driven color.
Well suited to headlines, posters, packaging, and branding where a bold, traditional slab voice is desired. It can also work for signage, editorial display, and short callouts that benefit from a sturdy, vintage-inflected tone; it is less appropriate for long passages at small sizes due to its dense weight and tight counters.
This typeface projects a confident, no-nonsense voice with a distinctly vintage, poster-like energy. Its heavy mass and squared details feel sturdy and workmanlike, while the rounded bowls keep the tone friendly rather than severe.
The design appears intended for high-impact reading at larger sizes, prioritizing strong silhouette and stable, slab-serif structure. Its wide stance and dense weight aim to deliver authority and immediacy, while softened curves help maintain approachability in display settings.
The numerals and uppercase show strong, block-like forms that hold a consistent dark texture across lines, and the lowercase maintains a straightforward, upright structure that reinforces legibility in bold display copy.