Slab Rounded Kihi 3 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, packaging, posters, branding, pull quotes, vintage, bookish, warm, informal, lively, expressive italic, retro print, space saving, friendly editorial, slab serif, bracketed, soft serifs, compact, hand-drawn.
A compact, italic slab serif with soft, rounded finishing and subtly bracketed serifs. Strokes stay mostly even, with a gentle calligraphic lean and slight modulation that reads more as pen influence than high-contrast formal italic. The letterforms are narrow and upright in structure despite the slant, with tight apertures and a rhythmic, slightly irregular texture that feels human rather than mechanical. Terminals and serifs appear cushioned and rounded, keeping the silhouette friendly while maintaining crisp, print-like edges.
Works well for editorial typography, pull quotes, and short to medium-length text where an italic voice is desired with more personality than a standard text face. The compact width also suits space-conscious applications such as packaging, posters, labels, and branding accents where a vintage, print-forward feel is beneficial.
The overall tone is vintage and bookish, reminiscent of mid-century editorial italics and softly worn printing. Its narrow, slanted rhythm adds energy and motion, while the rounded slab details keep it approachable and conversational rather than strict or corporate.
The design appears intended to deliver an italic, narrow slab serif suited to expressive reading and display, blending a traditional print foundation with softened, rounded details for warmth. It aims to provide a distinctive voice that remains readable while adding motion and character to headlines and highlighted text.
Uppercase forms are tall and slim with steady spacing, and the numerals follow the same narrow, slightly calligraphic cadence. The italic angle is consistent, creating a clear forward flow in text, and the rounded slab endings help maintain legibility at display sizes without feeling sharp or brittle.