Slab Square Omtu 6 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, headlines, books, posters, classic, academic, trustworthy, formal, readability, authority, classic editorial, sturdy impact, clarity, bracketed serifs, ink traps, large counters, open apertures, sturdy.
A robust slab serif with pronounced, squared serifs and gently bracketed joins that soften the geometry. Strokes are fairly even with moderate contrast, producing a steady, bookish rhythm and strong vertical emphasis. The forms are wide and open, with generous counters and clear apertures; curves transition smoothly into straighter segments for a sturdy, engraved feel. Lowercase shows compact, readable shapes with a traditional two‑storey “g” and “a,” while numerals are broad and stable, suited to text and display settings alike.
Well-suited to editorial design—magazines, newspapers, and book typography—where a strong serif voice and consistent texture are desirable. The wide proportions and sturdy slabs also make it effective for headings, pull quotes, and poster-style display work that benefits from a confident, classic tone.
The overall tone is authoritative and traditional, suggesting editorial seriousness and institutional credibility. Its sturdy slabs and measured contrast give it a dependable, established voice rather than a playful or trendy one.
The design appears aimed at delivering a traditional slab-serif authority with improved readability through open shapes and controlled contrast. Its blend of squared terminals and softened bracketing suggests an intention to feel both sturdy and refined for editorial and institutional contexts.
Serifs read as firm and squared at the terminals, while interior joins show subtle bracketing that keeps the texture from feeling mechanical. The face maintains consistent color across lines in the sample text, with clear differentiation between similar forms and a composed, newspaper-like presence at larger sizes.