Slab Square Alpa 7 is a regular weight, very wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, magazine titles, editorial, retro, sporty, assertive, dynamic, display impact, retro flavor, italic dynamism, strong legibility, slab serif, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, flared strokes, sheared axis.
A wide, right-leaning slab serif with sturdy, block-like serifs and a lively, calligraphic modulation. Strokes show moderate thick–thin change with soft curves and occasional swelling, while terminals alternate between squared slabs and rounded, ball-like endings. Capitals are broad and open, with generous counters and a slightly condensed internal rhythm due to the prominent serifs. Lowercase forms are similarly wide with a smooth, flowing italic construction and stable, readable proportions.
This face performs best in short to medium-length display settings where its width, slabbing, and italic motion can create impact—headlines, posters, cover lines, and branded slogans. It can also work for packaging or signage where a strong, classic-leaning italic voice is desired at larger sizes.
The overall tone is energetic and confident, combining a sporty, display-forward presence with a classic editorial italic flavor. Its bold serifs and sweeping curves add a retro, poster-like character that feels expressive without becoming overly decorative.
The design appears intended to blend the authority of a slab serif with the momentum of an italic, creating a bold display style that remains legible while projecting speed and personality. Its wide proportions and emphatic serifs suggest a focus on attention-grabbing titling and brand expression.
Serifs are prominent and visually consistent, acting as strong horizontal anchors that reinforce a low, extended silhouette. The numerals and capitals maintain a cohesive slanted rhythm, and the italic construction reads as purpose-drawn rather than simply mechanically slanted.