Slab Contrasted Fupo 6 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Pepi/Rudi' by Suitcase Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logotypes, western, vintage, poster, playful, sturdy, impact, retro flavor, signage strength, bold readability, brand presence, blocky, bracketed, chunky, rounded corners, heavy serifs.
A heavy, blocky slab-serif with broad proportions and a compact, low-waist lowercase. Strokes are robust with subtle internal modulation, while the slab terminals read as thick, slightly bracketed blocks that often step in with small notches and squared cut-ins. Curves are full and generously rounded (notably in bowls like C, O, and g), contrasting with crisp, rectangular joins and strong horizontal emphasis. Counters are relatively tight for the weight, giving the face a dense, ink-trap-like rhythm in places, and overall spacing feels built for impact rather than delicacy.
Best suited for large sizes where its heavy slabs and compact counters can read clearly—headlines, posters, storefront-style signage, and bold branding. It can also work for short bursts of text in packaging or editorial callouts when a vintage, attention-forward tone is desired.
The font projects a confident, old-school display attitude with a hint of Western poster lettering and mid-century advertising. Its chunky slabs and rounded masses create a friendly, approachable toughness—bold and attention-grabbing without feeling sharp or technical.
Designed to deliver maximum visual punch with a classic slab-serif voice, balancing sturdy geometry with softened curves to stay friendly and readable. The stepped slab details and dense texture suggest an intention toward retro display typography that holds up in bold, high-contrast layouts.
Uppercase letters feel especially monumental and sign-like, while the lowercase keeps a sturdy, workmanlike texture with pronounced feet and strong vertical stems. Numerals match the same chunky construction, maintaining legibility through simplified shapes and thick terminals.