Slab Contrasted Abpu 11 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bluteau Slab' by DSType; 'Calanda', 'Foro', 'Foro Rounded', and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype; 'Gaspo Slab' by Latinotype; and 'Paul Slab' and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, packaging, posters, branding, heritage, confident, sturdy, authoritative, impact, readability, classic tone, print presence, stability, bracketed serifs, rounded joins, open counters, ample spacing, soft curves.
A robust slab-serif with chunky, bracketed serifs and rounded transitions that keep the heavy strokes from feeling rigid. Stems are thick and steady with only modest modulation, while bowls and curves stay generous and fairly open. Proportions run on the roomy side, with wide capitals and a lower-case set that feels solid and evenly spaced. Details like the strong crossbars, broad shoulders, and large, clear numerals emphasize a sturdy, print-forward rhythm.
This style works well for headlines and subheads where a strong, classic slab-serif voice is needed, as well as editorial layouts that benefit from sturdy typographic anchors. It also suits packaging and branding that want a reliable, heritage-leaning feel, and can hold up for bold callouts like prices, dates, or short display copy.
The overall tone is confident and traditional, with a newspaper/editorial flavor and a hint of collegiate or institutional presence. Its weight and squared-off finishing give it an authoritative voice, while the soft bracketing and rounded curves keep it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended to deliver a commanding slab-serif presence with comfortable readability: heavy, supportive serifs, wide-ish proportions, and softened joins that preserve warmth in dense settings. It balances traditional structure with a friendly, rounded finish to stay versatile across display and short text applications.
At text sizes it maintains a dark, even color and clear word shapes, especially in mixed-case settings. The figures are bold and prominent, suited to prominent callouts, and the punctuation in the sample text reads cleanly against the dense letterforms.