Slab Contrasted Tiba 8 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Amasis', 'Amasis eText', and 'Prumo Slab' by Monotype and 'Clarendon' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, sturdy, retro, industrial, confident, friendly, impact, heritage, utility, display strength, print feel, bracketed serifs, rounded corners, soft terminals, ink-trap feel, heavy weight.
This typeface features chunky, bracketed slab serifs and a robust, compact build with softly rounded corners. Strokes are heavy and generally consistent, with noticeable but not delicate contrast that helps counters stay open at display sizes. The serifs are broad and supportive, and many joins and terminals show gentle curvature that keeps the overall texture from feeling rigid. Uppercase forms are blocky and commanding; lowercase forms have a sturdy, workmanlike structure with a prominent, single-storey “a” and generous shoulders in letters like “n” and “m.” Numerals follow the same bold, slabbed logic, producing a dense, even typographic color.
Best suited for headlines, mastheads, and impactful display typography where its slab serifs and heavy presence can carry the message. It works well for posters, packaging, labels, and signage that want a retro-industrial or editorial punch. Use in longer passages is most effective with ample size, spacing, or generous line-height to avoid overly dense texture.
The overall tone is strong and dependable with a distinctly vintage, print-forward character. It evokes classic posters and utilitarian signage—authoritative without feeling sharp or severe—thanks to its rounded detailing and friendly internal shapes. The rhythm feels energetic and bold, leaning toward an old-school, Americana-influenced mood.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a classic slab-serif voice—combining sturdy, rectangular serifs with softened detailing for a bold but approachable display style. Its proportions and strong silhouettes suggest a focus on legibility and authority in print-forward applications.
In running sample text, the weight creates a very dark page color, making it best suited to larger sizes or shorter bursts of copy. The large serifs and softened terminals contribute to clear word shapes while maintaining a tactile, stamped/printed impression.