Slab Square Refe 2 is a very bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, logotypes, packaging, western, playful, retro, rugged, poster, impact, nostalgia, character, compactness, chunky, blocky, bracketed, wedge serif, quirky.
A very heavy, compact slab-serif with squared-off feet and blunt terminals, drawn with a mostly even stroke and minimal contrast. The letters are narrow and tightly built, with large interior counters that keep shapes readable despite the weight. Serifs read as sturdy blocks with slight curvature/bracketing in places, and several glyphs show subtle, irregular inflections that give the set a hand-cut, display-oriented rhythm rather than a strictly geometric feel. Numerals match the bold, squat construction and maintain the same chunky slab vocabulary.
Best suited for display work such as posters, headlines, storefront-style signage, and bold packaging where a compact, high-impact voice is needed. It can also work for characterful logotypes or badges, especially in retro or Western-themed systems, while longer text benefits from generous size and spacing.
The tone is bold and attention-grabbing, with a distinctly vintage, old-time poster flavor. Its slightly quirky, carved look suggests Western signage and carnival/broadsheet typography, balancing toughness with a friendly, humorous bounce.
Designed to deliver maximum impact in a tight width, using heavy slabs and blunt endings to project strength and immediacy. The slight irregularities and vintage slab cues point to an intention of evoking traditional print and signage aesthetics rather than modern neutrality.
The overall texture is dark and punchy, with strong verticals and a compact footprint that helps it stack well in short lines. The small quirks in curves and joins add character, making it feel more like a showface than a neutral text slab.