Slab Square Abboh 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Classic Round' and 'Classic XtraRound' by Durotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, magazine, branding, scholarly, traditional, authoritative, steadfast, readability, editorial voice, strong presence, classic tone, slab serif, bracketed serifs, robust, sturdy, crisp.
A sturdy slab-serif with broad, squared-off serifs and largely even stroke weight. Serifs read as firm and supportive, with subtle bracketing softening joins on several forms, giving the design a classic, bookish texture rather than a purely geometric feel. Counters are open and proportions are balanced, with clear differentiation between straight-sided stems and rounded bowls. The lowercase shows a compact, workmanlike rhythm, while capitals are slightly wide and emphatic, creating a stable, structured line of text.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a sturdy serif texture is desirable. It also performs effectively for headlines, pull quotes, and identity work that benefits from an authoritative, print-classic voice.
The overall tone is confident and traditional, projecting an editorial seriousness without feeling ornate. Its firm slabs and steady color suggest reliability and clarity, with a mildly vintage, print-forward character suited to formal reading contexts.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable slab-serif voice for reading and editorial typography, pairing strong, square serifs with restrained detailing to keep the texture robust yet comfortable across sizes.
In text, the face holds an even typographic color and maintains crisp silhouettes at display sizes. Details like the pronounced slabs and decisive terminals give headings a strong presence while keeping body copy readable and composed.