Slab Square Iklo 10 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Capita' by Hoftype and 'LinoLetter' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, sports branding, retro, assertive, sporty, industrial, playful, high impact, retro display, bold branding, dynamic emphasis, chunky, bracketed, ink-trap, rounded, compact.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and a lively, compact rhythm. Strokes are thick with moderate contrast and noticeably softened joins, giving the letterforms a slightly sculpted, cut-in feel rather than razor-sharp geometry. Serifs read as sturdy slabs with subtle bracketing and squared endings; many terminals are flattened and robust, helping the font hold together at display sizes. Counters are relatively tight and the overall color is dense, while the curves (notably in C, G, O, S and the lowercase) keep a rounded, ink-friendly finish.
Best suited to large-scale applications where weight and character are assets: headlines, posters, storefront or event graphics, and bold brand marks. It can also work well on packaging or labels that want a retro-industrial flavor, especially in short phrases where the dense color reads as intentional impact.
The tone is bold and energetic with a distinctly vintage, poster-like attitude. Its slanted stance and chunky slabs suggest motion and confidence, leaning into sporty and workwear cues while still feeling approachable and a bit playful.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a fast, emphatic slant—combining stout slab serifs and softened detailing for a durable, vintage-leaning display voice. It prioritizes impact and recognizable silhouette over light, text-oriented delicacy.
The numerals and lowercase share the same chunky build and softened edges, producing consistent texture across mixed-case settings. The italic angle is strong enough to add momentum without turning the shapes into calligraphic forms, keeping the voice firmly in the realm of sturdy display serif branding.