Slab Contrasted Fabu 1 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Brim Narrow' by Jamie Clarke Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, logos, western, circus, vintage, playful, loud, attention-grabbing, retro revival, showbill look, woodtype feel, signage style, bracketed, ink-trap like, high-ink, poster, chunky.
A compact, heavy display face with stout slab serifs and strongly sculpted, bracketed joins. Strokes are thick with visible modulation and frequent triangular notches/cut-ins at inner corners, creating an ink-trap-like, carved look. Counters are relatively tight and often rounded, while terminals and serifs form blocky wedges that give each letter a stamped, woodtype-inspired silhouette. Overall spacing and rhythm feel condensed and punchy, with distinct, slightly irregular contours that emphasize a handmade poster aesthetic.
Best suited to large-scale display settings such as posters, headlines, event flyers, storefront signage, and bold packaging labels where its carved slabs and notched detailing can read clearly. It can also work for short logotypes or wordmarks that want a western or retro showbill feel, especially with ample tracking and generous line spacing.
The letterforms evoke a vintage show-poster mood—bold, attention-grabbing, and a bit theatrical. The notched details and chunky slabs suggest old western signage and circus or fairground typography, giving the font a lively, playful energy while remaining assertive and robust.
The design appears intended to recreate a bold, traditional display look with slabbed, bracketed serifs and ornamental cut-ins that mimic carved or printed woodtype. Its condensed, high-impact shapes prioritize personality and instant presence over neutral text performance.
The distinctive notches and tight counters add character but can reduce clarity at small sizes or in dense paragraphs. The numerals match the same heavy, carved construction, maintaining a consistent, period-flavored texture across alphanumerics.