Slab Rounded Selu 1 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, friendly, retro, folksy, approachable, playful, approachability, vintage tone, display impact, print warmth, soft serifs, rounded corners, low contrast, heavy text, compact lowercase.
This typeface uses sturdy, low-contrast strokes with softened slab-like serifs and rounded terminals throughout. Letterforms feel slightly condensed in their internal counters, with compact lowercase proportions and a relatively low x-height compared to the capitals. Curves are generously rounded (notably in C, G, O, and S), while verticals stay steady and even, producing a consistent, monoline-like rhythm. The numerals follow the same chunky, rounded construction, with clear, open shapes designed to read well at larger sizes.
Well-suited for headlines, short paragraphs, and display settings where a bold, friendly voice is needed—such as packaging, café or retail signage, editorial pull quotes, and brand marks. It can also work for readable, characterful subheads when you want a sturdy texture without high-contrast elegance.
The overall tone is warm and personable, blending a vintage, print-minded sturdiness with a gentle, rounded friendliness. It reads as confident and hearty rather than formal, giving text a nostalgic, handcrafted-in-print feel without becoming overly quirky.
The design appears intended to deliver a robust slab-serif voice with rounded, approachable detailing—combining strong presence with softened edges for comfortable, conversational display typography.
Spacing and proportions create a solid, poster-ready color on the line, with pronounced word shapes and a slightly bouncy, informal presence. The serif treatment is soft-edged rather than sharp, which helps keep the heavy weight from feeling severe.