Slab Contrasted Pibe 14 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Noemi Slab' by Brackets, 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'Mantika News' by Linotype, 'TheSerif' by LucasFonts, 'Adagio Slab' by Machalski, 'PTL Qugard Slab' by Primetype, 'Eigerdals Slab' by insigne, and 'JP MultiColour' by jpFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, playful, rustic, friendly, chunky, whimsical, display impact, vintage flavor, approachability, handmade texture, soft corners, bracketed serifs, ink-trap feel, clubby slabs, bouncy baseline.
A heavy, compact slab-serif with blocky proportions and generously rounded edges. The serifs are short and club-like with a subtly bracketed feel, and many joins show slight pinches that read like mild ink-traps. Curves are full and weighty, counters are relatively small, and the overall rhythm is intentionally uneven, giving letters a gently wavy, hand-cut texture while remaining clearly upright and stable. Numerals match the stout, softened construction and maintain the same dense, poster-ready color.
Works especially well for large headlines, posters, and short callouts where its chunky slabs and bouncy texture can be appreciated. It also suits packaging, labels, and brand marks seeking a friendly vintage or handmade flavor, and can hold up for signage where strong silhouettes are important.
The design projects a warm, humorous tone—more storybook and craft than corporate. Its chunky slabs and softly irregular contours evoke vintage signage and playful display typography, creating an approachable voice with a hint of old-time character.
Likely designed to deliver a bold slab-serif voice with a playful, slightly handcrafted irregularity—combining sturdy, readable letterforms with softened details to feel inviting rather than severe.
At text sizes the dense weight and tight interior spaces make it feel best as a display face, while the consistent, bold silhouette keeps words legible in short bursts. The slight wobble across stems and terminals adds personality without pushing into full novelty.