Slab Square Omfo 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP, 'Gaspo Slab' by Latinotype, 'PF Centro Slab Press' and 'PF Centro Slab Pro' by Parachute, 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether, and 'Haboro Slab' and 'Haboro Slab Soft' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, branding, packaging, classic, scholarly, trustworthy, authoritative, readability, sturdiness, classic tone, editorial utility, slab serif, bracketed serifs, robust, steady, bookish.
A sturdy slab serif with pronounced, squared serifs and gently bracketed joins that soften the blocky structure. Strokes are fairly even in weight, with compact, confident curves and a consistent rhythm across caps, lowercase, and figures. Uppercase forms feel broad and stable, while the lowercase shows traditional serif proportions with clear vertical stress and slightly rounded terminals inside counters. Numerals are straightforward and sturdy, matching the text weight and maintaining a solid, readable presence.
Well-suited to editorial and long-form reading where a sturdy serif texture is desired, including books, magazines, and essays. It also works effectively for headlines and brand systems that want a classic, institutional feel with more heft and presence than a typical oldstyle or transitional serif.
The overall tone is traditional and dependable, with a collegiate, bookish flavor that reads as established and serious. Its slab construction adds a grounded, workmanlike confidence, while the modest bracketing keeps the voice approachable rather than purely mechanical.
The design appears intended to provide a readable, no-nonsense slab serif voice that balances robustness with traditional serif familiarity. It aims for consistent texture and clear letterforms across sizes, making it practical for both text blocks and emphatic display lines.
Spacing appears comfortably generous in text, helping the heavier serifs avoid clogging at paragraph sizes. The design keeps details restrained—no exaggerated flaring or sharp contrast—so the texture stays even and calm over longer runs.