Slab Rounded Ulpe 9 is a bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, friendly, retro, playful, sturdy, informal, approachability, display impact, nostalgic feel, brand voice, rounded serifs, soft corners, high contrast-free, compact, chunky.
A compact, heavy-weight slab serif with rounded, bulb-like terminals and softened corners throughout. Strokes are largely uniform, giving the letters a solid, poster-like presence with minimal contrast. The serifs read as thick, rounded slabs that blend smoothly into stems, and bowls and counters are generously curved, keeping the texture even despite the dense weight. Proportions lean slightly condensed, with short extenders and a steady rhythm that stays consistent across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited for display typography where its thick strokes and rounded slabs can read clearly—headlines, posters, packaging, labels, and short-brand statements. It can also work for signage and logo wordmarks that benefit from a compact, friendly, vintage-leaning slab serif texture.
The rounded slabs and chunky silhouettes create a warm, approachable tone with a lightly nostalgic flavor. It feels sturdy and dependable rather than formal, with a friendly softness that makes the bold weight feel inviting instead of severe.
The letterforms appear designed to merge the assertiveness of a slab serif with rounded, approachable finishing, prioritizing bold readability and a distinctive, soft-edged personality for attention-grabbing display use.
The design favors strong silhouettes and clear interior shaping, helping characters remain distinct at display sizes. Numerals share the same compact, rounded construction, supporting cohesive set use in headings and callouts.