Slab Normal Alri 7 is a regular weight, very narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, posters, packaging, headlines, signage, vintage, industrial, newspaper, typewriter, utility, space saving, print impact, workhorse display, functional clarity, condensed, slab serif, squared serifs, low contrast, compact.
A condensed slab serif with sturdy, squared terminals and low contrast strokes. The letterforms are tall and compact with tight internal counters and a firm, linear rhythm that stays consistent across upper- and lowercase. Serifs read as blocky brackets or small rectangular feet, giving stems a grounded, mechanical finish. Curves are restrained and slightly squared-off in places, maintaining a pragmatic, workmanlike texture in both text and numerals.
Well suited to headlines and subheads where space is limited and a firm slab-serif presence is desired. It can also work for editorial pull quotes, posters, packaging, and straightforward signage that benefits from compact lines and a sturdy, print-forward texture.
The overall tone feels utilitarian and slightly retro, evoking printed ephemera, old labels, and newsroom typography. Its compact proportions and blunt serifs add an industrial confidence, while the even stroke treatment keeps the voice matter-of-fact rather than expressive.
The design appears intended as a practical condensed slab for high-impact setting in tight widths, prioritizing consistency, strong terminals, and a dependable rhythm for display and short text applications.
The condensed width produces a dense color on the page, with capitals appearing especially tall and authoritative. Lowercase forms keep a straightforward construction with minimal flourish, supporting a consistent, no-nonsense cadence in continuous text.