Slab Contrasted Rona 8 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP, 'Intermedial Slab' by Blaze Type, 'Bluteau Slab' by DSType, 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype, 'Corporative Slab' by Latinotype, 'Tabac Slab' by Suitcase Type Foundry, 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill, and 'Eigerdals Slab' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, editorial display, playful, retro, friendly, punchy, folksy, impact, nostalgia, approachability, personality, chunky, bracketed, rounded, bouncy, soft corners.
A heavy, chunky slab serif with broad proportions and softly rounded shaping. Strokes are weighty with mild, noticeable contrast and prominent slabs that often show a subtly bracketed, carved-in feel rather than sharp, geometric terminals. Counters are generous and rounded, while joins and shoulders stay smooth, giving the overall texture a slightly bouncy rhythm. The lowercase mixes sturdy verticals with compact bowls, and the numerals match the same blocky, poster-forward construction.
Best suited to display settings where impact and personality are priorities—headlines, posters, labels, and brand marks. It also works well for short editorial callouts or pull quotes, especially where a retro or playful voice is desired.
The tone is bold and welcoming, with a cheerful, slightly nostalgic flavor reminiscent of vintage display printing. Its soft corners and animated silhouette keep it approachable and humorous rather than severe, even at large sizes.
The design appears intended as a characterful, high-impact slab serif that combines poster-era heft with softened details for approachability. It aims to deliver strong visibility and distinctive word shapes in short, prominent text.
The family has strong dark color on the page and a lively baseline presence, creating an attention-grabbing word shape. The slab serifs read as a defining feature in headlines, and the rounded interior spaces help prevent the weight from feeling overly rigid.