Slab Contrasted Pine 3 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Goodall' by Colophon Foundry; 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype; 'Corporative Slab', 'Sanchez', 'Sanchez Slab', and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype; 'Weekly' by Los Andes; and 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, branding, packaging, confident, traditional, sturdy, academic, impact, authority, readability, heritage, bracketed, blocky, ink-trap, compact, high-impact.
This typeface presents a robust serif construction with prominent slab-like terminals and gently bracketed joins. Strokes are heavy and largely even, with subtle modulation that reads more as shaping than calligraphic contrast. Counters are open and rounded, while the serifs form crisp, rectangular feet and caps that give the line a steady, anchored rhythm. The lowercase shows a traditional, bookish structure with a compact feel, and the numerals share the same solid, weighty presence for consistent color in text and display.
Well-suited to headlines and subheads where strong serifs can carry impact, and to editorial settings where a traditional, sturdy texture supports emphasis. It can also work for branding and packaging that benefit from an established, trustworthy tone and a bold typographic presence.
The overall tone is assertive and dependable, leaning classic rather than trendy. Its strong slabs and dense texture convey authority and clarity, producing an editorial voice that feels established and pragmatic.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, readable slab-serif voice that balances classic text conventions with display-level weight. Its emphasis on stable geometry and emphatic terminals suggests a focus on authority, clarity, and visual punch in short-to-medium copy.
At larger sizes, the squared serifs and firm joins create a distinctive, poster-ready silhouette, while the steady stroke weight keeps words cohesive in blocks of text. The design maintains a disciplined, uniform texture with clear separation between characters.