Slab Contrasted Miba 10 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, posters, book covers, headlines, typewriter, vintage, sturdy, academic, print flavor, strong texture, readable serif, retro tone, display support, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, text figures, angular joins, open counters.
A sturdy serif design with pronounced slab-like serifs and clear stroke contrast. The serifs are generally bracketed and squared off, giving the letters firm footing, while curves show smooth, rounded transitions. Uppercase forms are relatively wide with generous counters; the lowercase mixes classic book shapes with noticeable quirks such as a single‑storey “g,” a ball‑terminal “a,” and a “t” with a strong crossbar and compact head. Numerals appear text-like and varied in width, with rounded bowls on 6/8/9 and a simple, upright 1, reinforcing an old-style, print-oriented rhythm.
It suits editorial typography where a strong, tactile serif texture is desired—magazine layouts, book interiors, and long-form reading in moderate sizes. The pronounced slabs also make it effective for headlines, posters, and packaging where a vintage, print-forward voice is needed.
The overall tone reads vintage and matter-of-fact, combining the no-nonsense solidity of slab serifs with a slightly quirky, typewriter-like charm. It feels editorial and literary rather than corporate, suggesting printed pages, period posters, and utilitarian labeling.
The letterforms appear intended to blend readable, traditional serif construction with assertive slabs and distinctive details for a retro print feel. It aims to deliver a confident page color and recognizable personality without sacrificing clarity in continuous text.
The design leans on bold horizontal slabs and robust terminals, which creates strong word-shape silhouettes and a lively texture in paragraphs. Narrow internal joins and compact apertures in some letters add character, while the consistent serif treatment helps keep long text visually cohesive.