Slab Bracketed Abba 8 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, reports, bookish, classic, scholarly, authoritative, readability, credibility, tradition, text work, bracketed, robust, crisp, stable, traditional.
A sturdy slab-serif with pronounced, bracketed serifs and largely monolinear strokes that keep the texture even in paragraph settings. Proportions lean classical with moderate capitals and a normal x-height, producing a steady reading rhythm. Curves are smooth and open, counters are generous, and terminals feel deliberate rather than sharp. Details like the serifed, footed forms and the distinctive Q tail and g ear add personality without disturbing overall consistency.
Well-suited to long-form reading such as books, essays, and editorial layouts where a strong serif structure helps guide the eye. It also works effectively for headings, pull quotes, and institutional communications that benefit from an established, trustworthy voice.
The tone is traditional and dependable, with a slightly institutional, literary feel. Its strong serifs and measured proportions convey seriousness and credibility, while the rounded joins and open counters keep it approachable for extended reading.
Designed to deliver a robust, readable slab-serif voice with traditional proportions and bracketed detailing, aiming for clarity and authority in continuous text while retaining enough character for prominent typographic moments.
Figures are clear and sturdy, matching the text weight and serif treatment for a cohesive color in mixed text. The letterforms maintain a consistent baseline and spacing, giving a stable, calm page presence at both display and text sizes.