Slab Contrasted Ulvu 6 is a bold, very wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine, packaging, signage, editorial, confident, traditional, rugged, authoritative, impact, print presence, authority, classic tone, durability, slab-serif, bracketed, blocky, sturdy, compact counters.
A heavy slab-serif design with strong, squared terminals and prominent bracketed slabs that give the letterforms a grounded, architectural feel. Strokes show noticeable but controlled contrast, with robust verticals and slightly lighter connecting strokes, creating a steady reading rhythm at display sizes. Proportions are broad with ample horizontal presence, and the shapes favor crisp, rectilinear structure over calligraphic curvature; counters are relatively compact, reinforcing the dense, ink-on-paper look. Numerals follow the same sturdy construction with clear, squared serifs and consistent weight distribution.
Well suited to headlines and short blocks of copy where a strong typographic color is desirable, such as magazine features, posters, and impactful brand statements. The sturdy slabs and broad proportions also work effectively for packaging and signage that needs to project confidence and hold up in high-contrast reproduction.
The overall tone reads as traditional and editorial, with a confident, no-nonsense voice reminiscent of classic print typography. Its strong slabs and dense color lend a sense of authority and durability, making it feel dependable rather than delicate or playful.
Likely drawn to deliver a bold, print-forward slab-serif voice with clear impact and a classic editorial sensibility. The design prioritizes solidity, legibility at larger sizes, and a distinctive, sturdy texture that reads as dependable and established.
In text, the font maintains a consistent dark typographic color and a firm baseline, with slab serifs that remain visually present even in smaller details. Round letters retain a slightly squared, engineered character, and the joins and terminals emphasize solidity over finesse.