Slab Rounded Povu 12 is a bold, very wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, retro, friendly, confident, warm, playful, soften slabs, high impact, retro display, friendly branding, rounded serifs, soft corners, ball terminals, bracketed slabs, ink-trap feel.
A heavy, soft-edged slab serif with rounded terminals and gently bracketed serifs that read as cushioned rather than sharp. Strokes are sturdy and fairly even, with subtle contrast and smooth joins that keep counters open despite the weight. The letterforms lean wide and stable, with broad bowls and a calm horizontal rhythm; curves are generously rounded and many terminals finish with small bulb-like forms. Numerals share the same robust, rounded construction, producing a cohesive, poster-friendly texture in both grid samples and continuous text.
Best suited to short-form display work where its broad proportions and rounded slab detailing can be appreciated—headlines, posters, storefront or wayfinding signage, and bold branding. It can also work on packaging and labels where a friendly, retro-sturdy voice is desired and sizes are large enough to maintain clarity.
The overall tone feels approachable and nostalgic, pairing old-school sturdiness with softened edges that make it read friendly rather than formal. Its wide, confident stance gives it a bold voice, while the rounded finishing details add warmth and a touch of playfulness.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong slab-serif presence without harshness, using rounded terminals and bracketed serifs to soften impact. It aims for high visibility and character in display settings while keeping forms open and readable.
In text, the heavy weight creates a strong grayscale and prominent word shapes, while the open apertures and rounded slab details help prevent the line from feeling overly rigid. The design’s softened corners and thick serifs contribute to a distinctive, slightly vintage signage character.