Slab Contrasted Osli 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Classic Round' by Durotype, 'FF Marselis Slab' by FontFont, and 'Amasis' and 'Amasis eText' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, signage, sturdy, confident, retro, industrial, impact, authority, heritage, clarity, ruggedness, bracketed, blocky, ink-trap feel, ball terminals, soft corners.
A heavy slab serif with broad, block-like serifs and gently rounded joins that keep the shapes from feeling brittle. Stems are thick and fairly even, with modest internal contrast and compact apertures that create a dense, emphatic color on the page. Curves are generously proportioned (notably in C, O, and Q), while the serifs read as bracketed and slightly sculpted rather than razor-sharp. The lowercase shows a sturdy, workmanlike construction with a two-storey a and g, a ball-topped j, and a strong, deep-shouldered r; the figures are wide and weighty, with a notably heavy, rounded 8.
Well suited to headlines, subheads, and poster typography where weight and presence are needed. Its sturdy slabs and compact counters also fit branding, packaging, and signage that benefit from a dependable, industrial-leaning voice. In editorial layouts, it works best for titles, pull quotes, and short emphasis text rather than extended small-size reading.
The overall tone is solid and assertive, with a vintage, press-like confidence. It suggests pragmatic strength—more “headline authority” than delicacy—while the softened shaping adds a friendly, approachable undercurrent.
Designed to deliver strong, immediately legible forms with a classic slab-serif backbone and a slightly softened finish. The intention appears to balance authoritative, mechanical structure with rounded, print-friendly details for versatile display use.
The letterforms maintain a consistent rhythm and strong vertical presence, producing a stable texture in paragraphs at larger sizes. Tight counters and stout serifs make it especially impactful in short lines and display settings, while the rounded details help reduce harshness in dense text blocks.