Slab Rounded Ipju 12 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, packaging, branding, signage, typewriter, friendly, retro, approachable, utilitarian, legibility, softened slab, retro utility, text rhythm, approachable tone, slab serifs, rounded serifs, soft corners, low contrast, open counters.
This typeface combines sturdy slab-like serifs with notably rounded corners and softened terminals. Strokes show low contrast and a steady, even rhythm, while the serifs read as thick, bracketless slabs that are gently radiused rather than sharply cut. Proportions feel compact and workmanlike: bowls are round and open, joins are clean, and spacing is measured for consistent texture in paragraphs. Numerals and capitals share the same calm, monoline presence, producing a stable, readable gray in text settings.
It suits editorial layouts and longer reading where a stable, even texture is desirable, especially at text and subhead sizes. The slab presence and rounded finish also make it effective for packaging and brand systems that want a dependable, slightly retro tone. For signage and labels, the open counters and sturdy serifs help maintain clarity while adding character.
The overall tone is warm and familiar, with a subtle typewriter-and-workshop character. Rounded details temper the heaviness of the slabs, giving it an approachable, slightly nostalgic voice that feels practical rather than formal.
The design appears intended to blend the dependable structure of slab-serif letterforms with softened, rounded terminals to improve approachability and reduce harshness. It aims for clear, steady legibility in text while retaining a distinctive, typewriter-leaning personality.
Several forms lean toward classic slab conventions—single-storey lowercase forms and broad, footed stems—while the softened geometry keeps the silhouette from feeling rigid. In running text, the font maintains an even cadence and clear word shapes, balancing mechanical regularity with a gentle, human-friendly finish.