Slab Unbracketed Vase 8 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, packaging, posters, book covers, labels, typewriter, retro, rugged, bookish, warm, vintage texture, print feel, sturdy readability, classic voice, slab serif, inked, texty, soft corners, lively.
A compact slab-serif with sturdy, mostly unbracketed terminals and a slightly irregular, inked edge that mimics impression or typewriter wear. Strokes are fairly even with moderate contrast, and the serifs read as blunt rectangles that soften at the corners rather than sharp, razor-cut slabs. Curves (C, O, Q) are round but not geometric, and joins show subtle swelling and tapering that keeps the texture lively. Lowercase forms are simple and sturdy with a readable, workmanlike rhythm; spacing appears even and the overall color is solid without feeling heavy.
Well-suited to editorial typography, book covers, and headings where a vintage slab texture adds character without sacrificing legibility. It also works nicely for packaging, labels, and posters that benefit from a sturdy, tactile voice and a classic, print-inspired feel.
The face gives a vintage, utilitarian tone—part typewriter, part old bookwork—tempered by gentle irregularities that feel human and tactile. It conveys practicality and honesty, with a slightly rugged, handmade warmth rather than a polished corporate finish.
The design appears intended to evoke traditional slab-serif printing and typewriter-era textures while remaining practical for reading. Its controlled proportions and consistent slab terminals suggest a focus on dependable text and display use with added personality from subtly irregular outlines.
In continuous text, the slab terminals create a strong baseline and cap-line presence, producing a confident horizontal emphasis. Numerals are clear and sturdy, matching the letterforms’ blunt serif language and slightly worn contours.