Slab Rounded Maku 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, branding, retro, friendly, folksy, playful, warm, retro flavor, friendly display, softened slab, lively emphasis, rounded serifs, soft corners, bouncy rhythm, bracketed serifs, ink-trap feel.
A chunky, slanted serif with stout, slab-like feet and softened, rounded terminals throughout. Strokes stay largely even in thickness, with gentle bracketing where stems meet serifs and subtle swelling that gives an inked, press-like solidity. Counters are compact and shapes lean slightly forward, creating a lively, bouncy texture; the rounded joins and bulbous ends keep the overall color soft rather than harsh. The lowercase is sturdy and readable with a moderate x-height and slightly irregular, hand-set rhythm, while figures are wide and friendly with the same cushioned edges.
Best suited to short-to-medium display copy such as posters, headlines, storefront signage, packaging, and brand marks that benefit from a warm vintage voice. It can work for pull quotes or editorial openers when set with generous leading and tracking to keep the dense letterforms from crowding.
The font reads as approachable and nostalgic, echoing mid-century display typography with a casual, good-humored tone. Its rounded slabs and forward lean add momentum and charm, making text feel energetic without becoming sharp or aggressive.
The design appears aimed at delivering a retro slab-serif presence with softened edges and a welcoming, hand-touched rhythm. It prioritizes bold, characterful readability in display sizes while keeping forms rounded and friendly for broad appeal.
Letterforms show intentional softness at corners and terminals, which helps the heavy shapes avoid looking blocky. The slant is consistent across cases and numerals, and spacing feels designed for display settings where the rounded serifs can create a strong, patterned texture.