Slab Contrasted Piho 15 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Archer' by Hoefler & Co., 'Emy Slab' and 'Prêt-à-porter' by Latinotype, 'Core Magic' by S-Core, and 'Grenale Slab' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, book covers, sturdy, confident, retro, editorial, friendly, impact, heritage, readability, warmth, display, blocky, bracketed, soft corners, rounded joins, ink-trap feel.
A heavy slab serif with broad, rectangular serifs and gently bracketed joins that soften the overall mass. Counters are fairly open for the weight, while the terminals and corners show subtle rounding that keeps the texture from feeling harsh. The stroke pattern stays mostly even, with just enough shaping in curves and joins to create a slightly modeled, print-like color. Uppercase forms are wide and stable, and the lowercase shows compact proportions with pronounced slabs that create a rhythmic, emphatic baseline.
Best suited to headlines, titles, and short blocks of copy where a strong, print-forward presence is desired. It works well for branding and packaging that needs a robust, heritage-leaning voice, and for posters or editorial features where dense, attention-grabbing typography is an asset.
The font conveys a sturdy, dependable tone with a hint of vintage warmth. Its bold slabs and softened details suggest classic print and signage, giving text a confident, friendly authority rather than a sharp, modern edge.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a classic slab-serif structure, balancing bold, rectangular serifs with softened curves for approachability. It prioritizes strong silhouette and legibility at larger sizes, evoking traditional print and display typography.
The bold serifs and rounded transitions create strong word shapes at display sizes, while the dense texture can feel forceful in long passages. Numerals match the headline weight and maintain the same squared-off, slabbed character, reinforcing a consistent, poster-ready voice.