Slab Square Tabiw 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Multiple' by Latinotype and 'PF Centro Slab Pro' by Parachute (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, magazines, retro, editorial, collegiate, confident, rugged, impact, nostalgia, brand voice, headline strength, print texture, bracketed serifs, ink-trap feel, rounded corners, angled stress, compact caps.
A heavy, right-leaning serif with slab-like, squared serifs softened by modest bracketing and rounded joins. Strokes are broadly even, with small flare and subtle notches at some joins that give an ink-trap, print-friendly texture. Capitals are compact and sturdy with pronounced top and bottom serifs, while the lowercase is more calligraphic in motion, using single-storey forms and flowing entry/exit strokes that keep counters open. Numerals are blocky and assertive, with squared terminals and clear silhouettes that match the weight and rhythm of the letters.
Best suited to short-form, high-impact typography such as headlines, poster titles, sports or collegiate-inspired branding, and packaging where a strong italic voice is needed. It can also serve as an editorial accent for pull quotes, section openers, and cover lines where its weight and texture remain legible at medium sizes.
The overall tone is assertive and nostalgic, combining a sporty, collegiate punch with a warm editorial italic voice. It reads as confident and slightly rugged—more headline-driven than delicate—suggesting printed heritage and display energy rather than quiet minimalism.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, energetic italic with robust slab-like serifs and a printed texture, balancing strong signage clarity with a classic, nostalgic flavor. It aims for immediate impact and recognizability, emphasizing sturdy shapes and confident rhythm over refinement.
The slant is consistent across cases, and the rhythm is driven by broad stems and sturdy serifs rather than high contrast. Curved letters show controlled rounding, keeping forms hefty and stable; diagonals (V, W, X, Y) maintain a strong, planted feel through squared terminals and chunky junctions.