Slab Rounded Rivo 3 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, book covers, friendly, retro, playful, folksy, approachable, soften slab, add warmth, retro flavor, display clarity, rounded slabs, soft corners, ball terminals, ink-trap feel, bookish.
A soft-edged slab serif with heavy, rounded serifs and gently bulging strokes that keep contrast low and color even. Terminals are frequently blunted or subtly ball-like, giving counters and joins a cushioned, inked-on-paper feel. The letterforms are upright with sturdy stems, compact apertures, and slightly irregular curves that add warmth without looking distressed. Numerals follow the same chunky, rounded construction, maintaining consistent weight and a steady rhythm in text.
Works well for headlines, short paragraphs, and display copy where a warm, vintage-leaning voice is desired—such as packaging, café or retail branding, book covers, event posters, and editorial pull quotes. It can also serve as a readable text face in friendly, informal contexts where personality is a priority.
The overall tone is welcoming and slightly nostalgic, combining the sturdiness of a slab serif with the friendliness of rounded terminals. It reads as casual and characterful rather than formal, evoking hand-set display type and mid-century packaging or editorial headings.
The design appears intended to blend classic slab-serif sturdiness with rounded, approachable finishing, producing a dependable but personable texture. Its softened serifs and terminal treatment suggest a goal of high legibility with a distinctive, charming voice for display-forward typography.
Spacing appears comfortable and the forms stay legible at text sizes, though the distinctive rounded slabs and softened details make it especially noticeable in headlines. The mix of firm verticals and bouncy curves creates an animated texture that suits expressive typography.