Slab Square Hyre 14 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Minerio' by Drizy Font, 'Ciutadella Slab' by Emtype Foundry, 'ITC Lubalin Graph' by ITC, and 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, logos, confident, industrial, retro, poster-like, rugged, impact, sturdiness, clarity, heritage feel, headline focus, blocky, bracketed, sturdy, compact, high-impact.
A heavy, block-forward serif with pronounced slab-like feet and square-cut terminals. Strokes stay consistently thick with minimal modulation, creating dense, sturdy letterforms and a strong typographic “color” on the page. Counters are relatively tight and the joins are robust, giving lowercase forms a compact, workmanlike rhythm. Serifs read as broad and mostly flat, with subtle rounding/bracketing where strokes meet, keeping edges firm but not overly sharp. Numerals and capitals share the same solid construction, optimized for impact rather than delicacy.
This font is well-suited to display typography where bold presence is essential: headlines, posters, storefront or wayfinding signage, and packaging with a rugged or industrial tone. It can also support logo wordmarks and short emphatic statements where dense, slabbed shapes enhance recognition.
The overall tone is assertive and utilitarian, with a retro print flavor that recalls headlines, signage, and workwear branding. Its blunt geometry and weight convey strength and directness, making it feel dependable and no-nonsense.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with sturdy, flat-ended serifs and a compact, consistent stroke system. It prioritizes visual authority and straightforward readability at larger sizes, aiming for a classic, print-forward voice rather than refined elegance.
Spacing appears straightforward and fairly tight at display sizes, which helps it build bold texture in lines of text. The lowercase maintains clarity despite the heavy weight, while the uppercase has a strong, poster-ready presence.