Slab Contrasted Faba 12 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, branding, western, circus, vintage, bold, playful, impact, nostalgia, display, showmanship, americana, bracketed, chunky, blocky, soft corners, ink traps.
A heavy, display-oriented slab serif with wide proportions and prominent, bracketed slabs. Strokes are thick and confident with moderate contrast, and many joins show small triangular notches and cut-ins that read like subtle ink traps or chiseled detailing. Terminals are generally flat and squared, while curves are generously rounded, giving the overall texture a sturdy but slightly softened feel. Counters are compact and the serifs create a strong horizontal rhythm that holds together well at large sizes.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and signage where strong presence and quick recognition matter. It also fits branding and packaging that want a vintage or Americana-leaning voice, and works well for short bursts of copy such as labels, title cards, and promotional graphics.
The tone is emphatic and showy, evoking classic poster lettering with a hint of Western and circus vernacular. Its chunky slabs and carved-in details add a handcrafted, throwback character that feels energetic and attention-seeking rather than refined or quiet.
The font appears designed to deliver maximum impact with a nostalgic, poster-like personality, using oversized slabs and carved detailing to create a memorable display texture. The wide stance and sturdy construction suggest an emphasis on readability and presence at larger sizes rather than extended text reading.
The design’s distinctive notches and bracket transitions are consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals, creating a recognizable silhouette. Round letters (like O/C) stay broad and stable, while the heavier serifs and tight counters contribute to a dense, impactful color in text settings.