Slab Contrasted Ulle 6 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Clarendon BT' by Bitstream, 'Clarendon' and 'Clarendon LT' by Linotype, 'Clarendon SB' and 'Clarendon SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, and 'Clarendon' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, signage, retro, robust, confident, collegiate, display impact, print flavor, classic voice, brand authority, headline clarity, slab serifs, bracketed, soft corners, round terminals, ink-trap hints.
A heavy, display-oriented slab serif with broad proportions and sturdy, rectangular serifs that feel slightly bracketed. Strokes show gentle modulation rather than purely monoline construction, and many joins and corners are subtly rounded, giving the letterforms a softened, printed look. Counters are compact and the overall color is dark and even, with wide capitals and strong horizontals that create a steady rhythm in text. Figures are bold and blocky, matching the caps in weight and presence.
Best suited to headlines, posters, packaging, and prominent editorial typography where strong presence and a classic slab-serif voice are desired. It can work for short paragraphs or pull quotes at comfortable sizes, especially when you want a dense, authoritative texture and clear structure in mixed-case setting.
The tone is assertive and traditional with a nostalgic, print-era character. Its dense color and chunky slabs project confidence and authority, while the softened edges keep it approachable rather than severe. Overall it reads as classic, rugged, and headline-ready.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a traditional slab-serif structure, combining wide, sturdy forms with softened detailing for a more human, print-like feel. It emphasizes legibility and authority in display contexts while maintaining a cohesive, consistent rhythm in running sample text.
In the sample text, the weight holds together well across mixed case, producing a continuous, dark texture. The slabs and rounded details create a tactile, poster-like impression that suggests letterpress or sturdy editorial typesetting rather than a sharp, minimalist aesthetic.