Slab Contrasted Pibe 3 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types; 'FF Kievit Slab' and 'FF Milo Slab' by FontFont; 'Calanda', 'Cargan', and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype; and 'Questa Slab' by The Questa Project (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, branding, sturdy, confident, retro, friendly, punchy, impact, readability, heritage, warmth, display, blocky, bracketed, soft-cornered, compact, high-impact.
A heavy, slab-serif typeface with broad proportions, compact counters, and pronounced, block-like terminals. Serifs are strong and rectangular with subtle bracketing, giving the joins a slightly softened, carved feel rather than a razor-sharp mechanical one. Curves are full and rounded, while verticals remain stout, producing a steady rhythm and strong texture in paragraphs. Numerals and lowercase share the same robust, weighty construction, maintaining a consistent, emphatic color across lines.
Best suited for headlines and short blocks of copy where impact and solidity are desired, such as posters, packaging, and brand lockups. It can also work for editorial display and pull quotes, where its strong slab structure provides a confident, readable texture at larger sizes.
The overall tone is bold and dependable, with a classic, old-style sturdiness that reads as confident and approachable. Its chunky slabs and rounded forms lend a familiar, vintage voice—suited to friendly authority rather than strict formality.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual weight and clarity with a traditional slab-serif voice—balancing assertive, blocky structure with slightly softened details for warmth and accessibility in display typography.
In running text the font creates a dense, poster-like presence with tight interior spaces that become especially prominent at heavier sizes. The design’s broad set and strong baseline emphasis make it feel grounded, while the slightly softened transitions keep it from looking overly rigid.