Slab Normal Andez 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Hexi' by Sign Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, text blocks, headlines, textbooks, branding, workmanlike, traditional, academic, trustworthy, readability, durability, neutrality, text utility, clarity, slab serif, bracketed, sturdy, crisp, readable.
A sturdy slab serif with squared, generously sized serifs and mostly low-contrast strokes. Serifs are largely bracketed, softening joins and giving the letterforms a composed, print-oriented rhythm. Proportions lean classical with open counters and clear apertures, while terminals stay straightforward and crisp. The numerals are evenly built and legible, matching the set’s steady, utilitarian texture in text.
Well suited to body copy and long-form editorial where a stable, readable slab texture is desired, and it scales cleanly into headings for a more authoritative presence. It also fits packaging, institutional materials, and straightforward brand systems that want a classic slab-serif signal without overt stylization.
The overall tone is practical and conventional, with a bookish, institutional feel. Its slab serifs add confidence and gravity without becoming decorative, producing a dependable voice suited to informational and editorial settings.
The design appears intended as a plainspoken, reliable slab serif for everyday typography, combining robust serifs with restrained contrast to stay readable and calm in continuous text. Its conservative detailing and consistent construction suggest a focus on versatility across print-like applications.
In running text, the face maintains an even color and measured pacing, with clear differentiation between similar forms (e.g., I/l/1 and O/0) aided by the slab structure and simple detailing. The shapes avoid eccentricity, prioritizing consistency and clarity across capitals, lowercase, and figures.