Slab Contrasted Vume 7 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Askan Slim' by Hoftype and 'Floris' by LucasFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, branding, robust, western, playful, vintage, poster, impact, nostalgia, character, chunky, bracketed, bulky, rounded, ink-trap-like.
A heavy slab serif with broad, blocky construction and confidently bracketed serifs. Strokes show noticeable contrast for the style, with thick verticals and slightly tapered joins that keep counters open despite the weight. Terminals and corners are subtly rounded, and several joins read as scooped or notched, giving the forms a carved, slightly soft-edged silhouette. Proportions are compact and sturdy, with wide bowls and large counters in letters like O, D, and P, while the lowercase keeps simple, stout shapes with short extenders and a prominent, solid dot on i/j. Numerals follow the same chunky, high-impact rhythm and feel built for display sizes.
Best suited for display typography such as headlines, posters, signage, and packaging where strong silhouette and impact are needed. It also works well for branding elements that want a classic, handcrafted feel, and for short bursts of text where the dense, slabby rhythm adds character without relying on fine detail.
The font projects a bold, old-timey confidence with a friendly edge—suggesting classic storefront lettering, poster headlines, and a touch of Western or circus vernacular. Its chunky serifs and softened corners add approachability, while the strong weight keeps the overall tone assertive and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a traditional slab-serif voice, balancing rugged, block-like structures with softer shaping to keep it readable and approachable. It’s optimized for attention-oriented applications where a vintage or Western-leaning personality is desirable.
In text settings the rhythm is dense and punchy, with strong word shapes and clear internal spaces for a slab of this weight. The serif treatment is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, helping the design feel unified in mixed-case headlines.