Slab Square Talat 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Alexandar' by JMA, 'Applied Sans' by Monotype, 'Glimp' by OneSevenPointFive, 'Core Sans A' by S-Core, and 'Artico' and 'Artico Soft' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, book covers, editorial, confident, retro, athletic, western, impact, momentum, branding, authority, nostalgia, bracketed, wedge serif, ink-trap feel, compact, punchy.
This typeface is a heavy, right-leaning slab serif with sturdy, squared-off shapes and tightly controlled counters. Serifs are prominent and mostly blocky, with subtle bracketing and occasional wedge-like transitions that give the joins a slightly chiseled, inked-in feel. Strokes stay largely consistent, producing a dense, high-impact texture, while the italic slant adds forward motion without becoming calligraphic. The lowercase is compact and robust, and the figures are similarly weighty, with simple, readable forms that hold up well at display sizes.
It performs best in headlines, posters, and identity work where a forceful italic slab can carry the message on its own. The sturdy construction also suits packaging and cover typography, especially when a vintage or athletic flavor is desired and the type will be set at larger sizes.
The overall tone feels assertive and energetic, mixing a classic print/editorial authority with a sporty, vintage poster attitude. Its strong slabs and forward slant read as confident and somewhat nostalgic, suited to messaging that wants to feel established, punchy, and a bit rugged.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold italic slab voice that balances readability with impact, using strong serifs and steady stroke rhythm to create a compact, authoritative texture. It targets display-driven settings where momentum and presence matter as much as clarity.
Spacing appears relatively tight for the weight, helping create a solid typographic “block” in paragraphs of large text. The slab treatment stays consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals, supporting a unified, branded look.