Slab Contrasted Fuhu 3 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gintona Slab' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, rugged, friendly, retro, poster-like, high impact, retro flavor, sturdy tone, headline focus, brand presence, slab serif, blocky, bracketed, soft corners, heavy serifs.
A heavy, slab-serif display face with large, rectangular serifs and gently bracketed joins that soften the otherwise blocky construction. Strokes are thick with noticeable but controlled contrast, and counters are compact, giving the letters a dense, ink-rich color. Curves are broad and rounded (notably in C, O, S), while terminals and serifs stay blunt and squared, producing a sturdy rhythm across text. Numerals follow the same robust geometry, with wide proportions and solid, high-impact silhouettes.
Best suited to headlines and short blocks of text where its weight and slabs can carry the message with authority. It works well for posters, signage, packaging, and brand marks that want a bold, heritage-leaning feel, and it can add character to pull quotes or section headers in editorial layouts.
The overall tone is assertive and dependable, with a warm, slightly nostalgic voice reminiscent of classic poster and headline typography. Its bold slabs and compact counters read as sturdy and workmanlike, while the rounded curves keep it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended as an impact-driven slab serif that delivers strong presence and legibility at display sizes, combining sturdy, rectangular serifs with softened curves for a friendly, vintage-tinged voice.
In longer settings the heavy weight creates a strong, continuous texture, so it benefits from generous spacing and sizes where the interior counters stay open. The design’s mix of squared serifs and rounded bowls gives it a distinctive, punchy cadence that favors emphasis over delicacy.