Slab Rounded Sele 12 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, packaging, posters, branding, signage, friendly, retro, approachable, sturdy, playful, approachability, high impact, retro flavor, sturdy readability, bracketed serifs, soft corners, rounded slabs, compact, ink-trap feel.
A heavy, sturdy serif with slab-like, bracketed serifs and consistently softened corners throughout. Strokes are low-contrast and generously thick, producing a compact, dense color on the page, while the counters remain open enough for clarity. The overall construction favors rounded joins and terminals, giving the serifs a cushioned feel rather than sharp, flat cuts. Uppercase forms are broad and stable, and the lowercase shows a straightforward, workmanlike rhythm with slightly squarish bowls and a single-storey-style simplicity in several forms.
This font excels in headlines, branding, and packaging where a sturdy, personable serif voice is needed. Its strong presence and rounded slab detailing also make it effective for posters and signage, and for editorial pull quotes or section heads where you want emphasis without a sharp, formal edge.
The tone is warm and dependable with a distinctly retro, print-forward personality. Its softened slabs and chunky proportions read as friendly and approachable, with a hint of signage and editorial nostalgia. The font feels confident and informal rather than refined or delicate.
The design appears intended to combine the authority of a slabby serif with softened, rounded finishing for friendliness and broad usability. It aims for high impact and clear letterforms, creating a nostalgic, print-oriented look that remains readable and cohesive in display settings.
Numerals are robust and highly legible, matching the heavy text color and rounded detailing of the letters. In running text, the face creates an even, emphatic texture that suits short-to-medium passages, with particularly strong presence in headlines and callouts.