Slab Contrasted Buwi 10 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, editorial, retro, assertive, sporty, traditional, emphasis, impact, readability, heritage, bracketed, ink-trap hint, ball terminals, robust, compact.
A heavy, right-leaning serif with slab-like, strongly bracketed terminals and a sturdy, compact build. Strokes show noticeable modulation, with firm verticals and slightly tapered joins that keep counters open even at bold weight. The italic is energetic rather than calligraphic, using angled stress and crisp entry/exit strokes; several lowercase forms feature small ball terminals and curled finishing strokes. Numerals and capitals are broad and confident, with thick feet and clear serifs that create a strong horizontal rhythm in text.
Best suited for headlines, subheads, and short-to-medium editorial passages where a bold italic voice is desirable. Its sturdy serifs and open shapes make it effective in posters, branding, and packaging—especially when you want strong emphasis without switching to a sans.
The overall tone is punchy and emphatic, pairing a classic editorial italic attitude with a slightly vintage, poster-ready presence. It feels confident and a bit sporty, designed to draw attention while still reading as typographically traditional rather than decorative.
Likely intended as a high-impact italic companion for display and editorial typography, combining slab-like authority with enough modulation and bracketing to stay readable. The design aims to deliver emphasis and character—useful for quotes, callouts, and energetic titling—while retaining a familiar serif foundation.
Serifs read as substantial and blocky at the baseline, but the bracketing and stroke contrast prevent the shapes from becoming overly rigid. Curved letters and punctuation show rounded detailing that softens the weight and adds a lively texture in longer lines.