Slab Rounded Efpy 1 is a very light, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, books, magazines, invitations, branding, airy, bookish, refined, quiet, classic, elegant text, editorial tone, classic refinement, modernized serif, hairline, bracketed serifs, softened corners, crisp, delicate.
A delicate serif design with very thin, even strokes and crisp slab-like feet that read as lightly bracketed and softly rounded at the corners. The overall rhythm is open and restrained, with generous counters and smooth curves on rounds, while horizontals and terminals stay clean and controlled. Uppercase forms are balanced and traditional, and the lowercase maintains a straightforward, readable construction; details like the two-storey “g” and the looping “j” add a subtle literary texture. Numerals follow the same fine-line logic, with simple, legible shapes and minimal ornament.
Well suited to editorial typography, book interiors, pull quotes, and magazine features where a gentle, high-end serif tone is desired. It can also work for invitations, boutique branding, and packaging accents, especially when set a bit larger to preserve the fine details.
The tone is calm and cultivated, suggesting an editorial, literary voice rather than a loud display personality. Its hairline presence and tidy finishing give it an elegant, measured feel—more gallery label and book page than billboard.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif reading experience in a very light, contemporary finish, pairing traditional letter structures with subtly softened slab-like serifs for a polished, modern editorial look.
At text sizes the thin serifs and light joins create a refined sparkle, while the softened corners keep the overall impression from feeling brittle. The design favors clarity and grace over strong color on the page, so spacing and size choice will strongly influence perceived crispness.