Slab Contrasted Rofe 9 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'MartiniThai Neue Slab V2' by Deltatype; 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith; 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype; 'Egyptian Slate', 'Ni Slab', and 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype; and 'Kondolarge' by TypeK (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, confident, hearty, retro, assertive, impact, legibility, headline voice, retro feel, blocky, bracketed, softened, chunky, high-impact.
A heavy, slab-serif design with broad proportions and a compact, block-forward silhouette. Serifs are thick and firmly integrated, often with subtle bracketing that rounds the joins and softens the otherwise sturdy geometry. Strokes show clear but not fussy modulation, with rounded interior curves and generous counters that keep forms open at display sizes. Terminals and joins feel engineered and consistent, producing a steady rhythm across capitals, lowercase, and figures.
Best suited to headlines and short-form messaging where bold texture and strong letter silhouettes are an asset. It works well for branding and packaging that want a dependable, retro-leaning slab voice, and for editorial display typography where weight and clarity need to hold up in large sizes.
The overall tone is bold and self-assured, with a vintage, print-oriented flavor that recalls headlines and posters. Its weight and slab structure communicate authority and practicality, while the slightly softened shaping adds approachability and warmth. The result feels more “hearty” than delicate—built to be noticed and to carry strong statements.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a solid, print-classic slab presence, balancing authority with a slightly rounded friendliness. It prioritizes bold legibility and a cohesive, headline-ready texture over fine detail.
The numerals match the letterforms in mass and presence, reading as robust and poster-ready. The lowercase maintains a sturdy, somewhat compact feel with clear differentiation between key shapes, supporting emphatic text without becoming spindly or brittle.