Slab Rounded Powo 5 is a bold, very wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A heavy, generously proportioned slab serif with rounded corners and softened terminals throughout. Strokes are robust with moderate contrast, and the serifs read as blocky slabs that are subtly cushioned rather than sharp, giving a slightly “inked” or stamped feel. Counters are open and the overall rhythm is steady, producing strong word shapes at display sizes while maintaining clear character silhouettes.
Works especially well for headlines, posters, and packaging where a strong, amiable slab voice is desirable. It also suits branding, labels, and editorial display applications that want a retro-leaning, sturdy typographic anchor. For long-form body text it may feel heavy, but it can be effective for pull quotes, section headers, and signage.
This font projects a confident, friendly pragmatism with a hint of retro warmth. The rounded slab details and sturdy weight give it a reassuring, approachable voice that feels well-suited to straightforward messaging and upbeat display copy.
The design appears intended to combine the authority of a slab serif with softer, rounded finishing to avoid a harsh tone. Its wide stance and substantial weight prioritize presence and legibility, aiming for a bold, welcoming look that holds up in short texts and prominent settings.
The numerals and capitals carry a distinctly wide, stable footprint, and the rounded slab treatment creates consistent softness at joins and terminals. Overall spacing appears comfortable, supporting dense display settings without the forms collapsing into one another.