Slab Contrasted Ulri 5 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Lardent' by Colophon Foundry, 'Cassia' by Hoftype, 'Bogue Slab' by Melvastype, 'Macklin' and 'Mundo Serif' by Monotype, 'Portada' by TypeTogether, and 'Antonia' by Typejockeys (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, branding, packaging, sturdy, confident, traditional, collegiate, authority, impact, readability, heritage, warmth, slab serif, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, heavy weight, open counters.
A heavy slab-serif with bracketed, blocky serifs and subtly modulated strokes that keep the texture lively without looking calligraphic. The letterforms are broad and solid, with generous bowls and open counters that stay clear in dense settings. Joins and terminals show a mix of crisp cuts and rounded moments—most noticeably in the ball-like endings on forms such as the lowercase a and the curved tail on g—giving the design a slightly soft, friendly edge. Numerals follow the same stout construction, with rounded shapes and strong horizontals that read clearly at display sizes.
Best suited to display typography such as headlines, magazine or newspaper-style titling, posters, and bold editorial pull quotes. The sturdy slabs and open counters also make it effective for branding, packaging, and signage where a classic, authoritative voice is needed.
The overall tone is robust and dependable, leaning classic and institutional while still feeling approachable. It suggests heritage printing and established authority, with enough warmth in the curves and terminals to avoid stiffness.
Likely designed to deliver a classic slab-serif presence with strong emphasis and high legibility at larger sizes. The combination of heavy slabs, moderate stroke modulation, and softened terminals points to an intent to balance authority with a welcoming, contemporary usability.
The rhythm in text is strongly horizontal, driven by thick slabs and wide proportions, producing a confident, headline-forward color. Uppercase forms are especially weighty and stable, while the lowercase keeps readability through open apertures and distinct silhouettes.