Slab Contrasted Tila 4 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Archer' by Hoefler & Co.; 'Capita', 'Foro', and 'Foro Rounded' by Hoftype; 'Silica' by Stone Type Foundry; 'Carot Slab' by Storm Type Foundry; and 'Kheops' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, retro, western, playful, friendly, bold, display impact, vintage tone, approachability, signage feel, chunky, softened, rounded corners, bracketed serifs, bouncy.
A heavy, chunky slab serif with soft, rounded corners and strongly bracketed slabs that give the letters a carved, poster-like solidity. Strokes are broadly even with only modest modulation, and the overall silhouette feels slightly inflated, with generous counters and blunt terminals. Proportions lean broad, with sturdy verticals and wide shoulders; curves are full and compact, producing a rhythmic, slightly bouncy texture in text. The numerals match the letters in weight and presence, with rounded forms and emphatic slab terminals that keep the set visually consistent.
Best suited to display settings where strong presence is needed: headlines, posters, storefront-style signage, labels, and branding marks. It also works well for short bursts of copy such as pull quotes or product names, where its bold, friendly texture can be an asset.
The font projects a nostalgic, roadside-sign energy—confident and approachable rather than formal. Its thick slabs and softened shapes read as friendly and slightly humorous, evoking vintage advertising, western cues, and bold headline charm.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact with a warm, vintage-leaning slab serif voice, combining hefty forms with rounded detailing for a readable, characterful display style.
In continuous text, the dense weight creates a strong, dark typographic color, while the rounded joins and bracketing help prevent the forms from feeling overly rigid. The uppercase is particularly impactful for short lines and punchy phrases, and the lowercase maintains the same stout, sturdy personality.