Slab Contrasted Osli 11 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP and 'Classic Round' and 'Classic XtraRound' by Durotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, sturdy, retro, friendly, confident, industrial, impact, heritage, readability, warmth, solidity, bracketed serifs, rounded corners, soft terminals, heavy slabs, compact bowls.
A heavy slab-serif with broad, blocky proportions and noticeably bracketed serifs that soften the joins into the stems. Strokes are thick and largely even, with gentle shaping in curves and slightly rounded outer corners that keep the face from feeling rigid. Counters are relatively small for the weight, while apertures remain readable; the overall color is dense and consistent across text. Capitals are robust and compact, and the lowercase carries a sturdy, workmanlike rhythm with short ascenders and descenders relative to the mass of the letters.
This design is well suited to headlines, posters, and packaging where bold presence and clear structure are needed. It can also work for branding and signage that benefits from a strong, retro-industrial slab-serif character, especially at medium to large sizes.
The font projects a solid, dependable tone with a warm, slightly nostalgic flavor. Its hefty serifs and compact internal spaces evoke traditional printing and signage, giving text a confident, no-nonsense voice that still feels approachable.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a classic slab-serif foundation, balancing industrial sturdiness with softened brackets for a more inviting texture. It aims for strong readability in display contexts while maintaining a cohesive, print-like rhythm in longer lines.
In the sample text, the heavy slabs create strong word shapes and a punchy texture, especially in all-caps. The numerals match the letterforms’ weight and squareness, supporting emphatic, display-forward composition.