Slab Contrasted Faju 9 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, logos, packaging, playful, circus, retro, rowdy, whimsical, attention grabbing, vintage signage, theatrical display, handmade feel, chunky, wedge serif, bouncy, irregular, poster.
A chunky, tightly packed display serif with heavy, slab-like terminals and a distinctly irregular, hand-cut silhouette. Strokes are very thick with small internal counters and occasional notched joins, creating a rugged, carved look. The letterforms lean with a jaunty, off-kilter stance and show uneven curves and edges that feel intentionally warped rather than geometric. Proportions are compact and blocky, with simplified details and strong, blunt serifs that read as wedgey slabs at corners and ends.
Best suited to short, bold applications such as headlines, poster titles, event branding, and storefront-style signage where its chunky serifs and lively slant can be appreciated. It can also work well for logos and packaging that aim for a vintage, playful, attention-grabbing voice, but it is less appropriate for long-form reading due to its dense texture.
The overall tone is boisterous and theatrical, evoking vintage show posters, carnival signage, and comic title lettering. Its wobble and exaggerated weight make it feel friendly and mischievous, with a slightly rough, handmade edge that suggests movement and noise.
The design appears intended as a high-impact display face that channels a retro, showcard sensibility with deliberate irregularity. Its heavy slabs, compact counters, and animated tilt prioritize character and immediate visibility over refinement and neutrality.
In the sample text the dense black mass and small counters create a strong texture, especially in rounded letters and at smaller sizes. The numerals share the same heavy, playful construction, and the font’s irregular rhythm becomes a key part of its personality rather than a subtle detail.