Slab Square Afrey 3 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, branding, packaging, industrial, vintage, editorial, condensed, no-nonsense, space-saving, impact, clarity, utility, slab serifs, square terminals, tall proportions, tight spacing, crisp edges.
A tall, tightly condensed slab-serif with square-ended terminals and sturdy, rectangular serifs. Strokes stay largely uniform with minimal modulation, producing a crisp, poster-like texture and strong vertical rhythm. Counters are compact and apertures tend to be narrow, while curves are held in with firm, straight-sided shaping. The overall color is even and dark, with sharp joins and a pragmatic, engineered feel.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, posters, and signage where condensed width helps fit long words into tight spaces. It also works well for packaging, labels, and brand marks that want an industrial or editorial voice, and for short numerals or codes where uniform, sturdy forms are desirable.
The face reads as utilitarian and slightly vintage, evoking signage, industrial labeling, and condensed headline typography. Its narrow build and emphatic slabs give it a confident, assertive tone that feels more functional than decorative, yet still distinctive in display settings.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact and legibility in narrow measure, using robust slab serifs and square terminals to maintain clarity while keeping the footprint compact. It prioritizes strong vertical structure and consistent stroke weight for dependable display performance.
Uppercase forms are particularly columnar, and the numerals follow the same condensed, upright logic for a consistent lineup in tables or posters. In running text, the compressed proportions create a dense rhythm that benefits from generous tracking and ample line spacing.