Slab Square Tabal 11 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bunday Slab' by Buntype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports identity, packaging, assertive, vintage, sporty, editorial, rugged, impact, momentum, sturdiness, headline clarity, retro appeal, chunky, blocky, bracketless, sharpened, compact.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with chunky, square-ended forms and a sturdy, low-contrast stroke. Serifs are blunt and largely unbracketed, producing a crisp, blocky silhouette, while the italic angle adds forward motion and tightens the rhythm. Counters are relatively compact and apertures tend to be firm and controlled, giving the face a dense, poster-ready color. Numerals follow the same solid construction, with strong horizontals and consistent weight that holds up well at display sizes.
This font is well suited to headlines, posters, and branding where a strong, slanted slab serif can communicate momentum and authority. It also fits sports identities, labels, and packaging that benefit from a compact, high-impact typographic voice. In longer text, it will be most effective for short pull quotes or subheads where density and presence are desired.
The overall tone is bold and workmanlike, with a vintage, sports-meets-editorial energy. Its slanted, muscular shapes read as confident and brisk, leaning toward Americana and mid-century print cues rather than delicate or refined formality.
The design appears intended to deliver a sturdy, attention-grabbing italic slab for display typography, pairing blunt serifs with a forward lean to create speed and emphasis without relying on high contrast. It prioritizes solidity, legibility at larger sizes, and a cohesive, uniform texture across the character set.
The italic construction feels geometric and steady rather than calligraphic, emphasizing speed and impact. The texture is uniform across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, supporting consistent emphasis in headlines and short passages.