Slab Normal Opjo 10 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Arcanite Slab' and 'Nuga' by 38-lineart, 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith, 'Hefring Slab' by Inhouse Type, and 'Eigerdals Slab' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, assertive, vintage, sporty, confident, friendly, impact, readability, retro flavor, brand voice, display utility, slab serif, rounded slabs, bracketed serifs, soft corners, heavy color.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and a dense, even typographic color. Strokes are thick and largely uniform, with softly bracketed slab serifs that read as sturdy rather than sharp. Curves are generously rounded and terminals feel cushioned, giving the forms a robust, slightly softened silhouette. Spacing and rhythm favor impact and legibility at larger sizes, with open counters and uncomplicated joins that keep the texture steady in lines of text.
Best suited to headlines, short paragraphs, and display settings where weight and presence are desirable—such as posters, packaging, labels, and storefront or wayfinding signage. It can also work for punchy editorial callouts and brand marks where a bold slab italic voice helps convey momentum and solidity.
The overall tone is bold and energetic, with a distinctly retro, poster-like confidence. Its italic slant and chunky slabs evoke classic advertising and sports branding, balancing toughness with a friendly, approachable softness in the corners.
The design appears intended as a dependable, high-impact slab serif italic that stays readable while delivering a strong, classic display character. Its softened slabs and broad stance suggest an aim to feel both authoritative and approachable across bold promotional typography.
Uppercase shapes come across as compact and strong, while the lowercase maintains clear differentiation and a workmanlike structure. Numerals are similarly weighty and attention-grabbing, matching the letterforms’ sturdy, headline-oriented presence.