Slab Contrasted Tyfi 1 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Acreva' by Andfonts, 'FF More' by FontFont, 'Alkes' by Fontfabric, 'Askan' and 'Danton' by Hoftype, 'Mediator Serif' by ParaType, 'Clara Serif' by Signature Type Foundry, and 'Rail' by Type Fleet (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, editorial, sturdy, friendly, retro, confident, impactful, impact, readability, nostalgia, warmth, bracketed, blocky, ball terminals, softened, high-ink.
A heavy slab-serif design with generous, rounded interior curves and firmly bracketed slabs that read as solid blocks at display sizes. Strokes show clear but not extreme modulation, with thick verticals and slightly tapered joins that keep counters open despite the weight. The lowercase is compact and robust, with single-story forms (notably the a and g) and a large, round dot on i/j that adds a soft, approachable detail. Numerals and capitals share a broad, stable stance; terminals are squared-off and the overall rhythm favors strong silhouettes over delicate detail.
Best suited for attention-grabbing headlines, posters, and signage where a strong slab-serif voice is needed. It can also work well for packaging and editorial display settings that want a bold, vintage-leaning impression and solid readability at larger sizes.
The font conveys a bold, dependable tone with a warm, slightly nostalgic flavor. Its chunky slabs and rounded counters feel friendly rather than severe, giving it a confident, poster-like presence that still reads personable and inviting.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a classic slab-serif structure, balancing rugged, block-like serifs with rounded, friendly curves for a more approachable display personality.
Wide proportions and thick slabs create strong word shapes, while the rounded bowls (e, o, c, g) and prominent tittle add character and softness. The sample text shows consistent color and sturdy spacing that holds up well in large blocks, with punctuation appearing equally weighty and assertive.