Slab Contrasted Buda 9 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Pulpo' by Floodfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, sports branding, editorial leads, vintage, editorial, rugged, sporty, confident, attention grabbing, retro flavor, headline authority, print impact, dynamic emphasis, bracketed serifs, soft corners, rounded terminals, ink-trap feel, calligraphic.
A heavy, right-slanted serif with chunky, slab-like feet and clearly bracketed joins. Strokes show noticeable contrast, with thick stems paired to slimmer connecting strokes, and many terminals end in rounded, slightly bulbous forms that soften the overall mass. The letterforms are broad and sturdy, with compact counters and a firm baseline presence; curves are full and slightly compressed, and several joins and notches read like subtle ink-trap shaping. Numerals match the weight and lean, with similarly robust slabs and rounded details that keep the texture even in dense settings.
Best suited to display typography where weight and personality are assets—headlines, pull quotes, posters, and punchy editorial leads. It also fits branding and packaging that want a classic, print-forward voice, and can work well for short bursts of text where a bold, slanted serif texture is desired.
The tone is assertive and nostalgic, evoking mid‑century printing and bold headline typography. Its slanted stance and hefty serifs add momentum and punch, while the rounded terminals keep it approachable rather than severe. Overall it feels energetic, workmanlike, and designed to grab attention.
The design appears intended to blend the authority of a slab serif with the speed and emphasis of an italic, producing a strong display face that reads quickly and leaves a distinctive imprint. Its softened terminals and bracketed slabs suggest an aim for vintage flavor and print practicality without sacrificing impact.
The design maintains a consistent, rhythmic texture across upper- and lowercase, with strong, distinctive silhouettes that stay legible at display sizes. The italic angle is pronounced enough to suggest motion, and the slab treatment gives words a solid, poster-like weight.