Slab Square Silu 11 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Ciutadella Slab' by Emtype Foundry, 'ITC Lubalin Graph' by ITC, 'Hefring Slab' by Inhouse Type, 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry, and 'Heptal' and 'Pentay Slab' by deFharo (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, sturdy, confident, utilitarian, classic, editorial, impact, authority, clarity, retro editorial, signage strength, blocky, high contrast, bracketless, flat serifs, compact.
A robust slab-serif with heavy, rectangular serifs and broadly squared terminals. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing a dense, authoritative texture in text. Counters are moderately open, and curves (C, G, O, S) stay fairly round but are kept in check by firm joins and flattened details. Uppercase proportions feel slightly compact and weighty, while lowercase forms are straightforward with strong verticals and short, squared-off finishing strokes; figures share the same blunt, block-like stance.
Well suited to headlines, subheads, and short-form copy where a firm, attention-getting serif is desired. It can work effectively for branding, packaging, and signage that benefits from a sturdy, traditional presence, and for editorial display settings where strong typographic contrast against a page is needed.
The overall tone is solid and no-nonsense, projecting reliability and impact rather than delicacy. Its strong slabs and compact rhythm evoke traditional editorial and industrial signage cues, giving it a grounded, slightly vintage authority.
Likely designed to deliver a bold, dependable slab-serif voice with clear, squared serifs and a compact, high-impact rhythm. The emphasis appears to be on strong silhouettes and legibility in display contexts, favoring structural clarity over delicate detailing.
In the sample text, the dark color and tight internal spacing create a prominent typographic “voice,” especially in mixed-case settings. The strong serifs and squared terminals help maintain structure at larger sizes, while the dense weight suggests it may need a bit more breathing room in long passages.