Slab Rounded Akmu 7 is a light, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Queulat' and 'Queulat Soft' by Latinotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, branding, packaging, posters, friendly, retro, bookish, approachable, steady, readability, warmth, classic tone, softened slab, versatility, rounded serifs, soft corners, open counters, generous spacing, classic proportions.
A softly modeled slab-serif with rounded terminals and a calm, even rhythm. Strokes are low-contrast and consistent, with sturdy, blunt serifs that read as gently cushioned rather than sharp. The letterforms favor broad, open bowls and clear apertures, giving the alphabet an airy feel despite the substantial serif structure. Curves are smooth and controlled, and the overall proportions lean comfortably wide, supporting legibility in both the uppercase and lowercase.
Well suited to editorial layouts, book or long-form reading contexts, and any design needing a friendly slab-serif voice. It can also support branding and packaging where a classic, trustworthy feel is desired, and it scales nicely for headlines where the rounded slabs become a defining stylistic feature.
The tone is warm and inviting, with a subtle retro-literary character. Rounded details soften the slab-serif backbone, making the font feel less formal and more personable while still maintaining a dependable, editorial voice.
The design appears intended to blend the authority of a slab serif with softened, rounded finishing for approachability. Its open shapes and steady texture suggest an emphasis on comfortable readability and a timeless, slightly nostalgic presence.
In the sample text, the face maintains clarity at larger text sizes, with clear differentiation between rounded forms (o, e, c) and straight-sided letters (n, m, h). Numerals follow the same softened slab logic, appearing straightforward and readable with consistent stroke weight and stable alignment.