Slab Rounded Igko 3 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, books, packaging, branding, posters, friendly, vintage, approachable, bookish, hand-touched, readability, warmth, vintage tone, distinctiveness, rounded slabs, soft serifs, bracketed, lively rhythm, open counters.
A readable serif with rounded, slab-like terminals and gently bracketed joins that soften the overall texture. Strokes are largely even, with slightly tapered turns and small, ball-like finishing details that give letters a hand-touched feel without becoming cursive. Proportions are moderate and a bit lively, with generous curves, open bowls, and a steady baseline; numerals share the same rounded, sturdy construction and clear differentiation.
Well-suited to editorial layouts, book typography, and longer reading where a friendly serif voice is desired. Its rounded slabs and distinctive details also make it effective for packaging, café/retail branding, and display copy in posters or headlines that benefit from a warm, slightly nostalgic character.
The tone feels warm and personable, combining a classic, bookish presence with a lightly quirky charm. Its softened slabs and rounded details evoke a vintage, editorial mood while staying approachable and clear in continuous text.
Likely designed to provide a contemporary, legible serif with softened slab cues—balancing classic text conventions with rounded terminals for a more welcoming, informal voice. The consistent construction across caps, lowercase, and figures suggests an emphasis on dependable readability with just enough personality for branding and editorial use.
The caps show traditional serif structure (notably in E, T, and R) while maintaining softened corners; lowercase forms keep a simple, readable build with rounded shoulders and unobtrusive terminals. Overall spacing and shapes create a comfortable, even paragraph color suited to longer passages.