Slab Square Irfo 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Breve Slab Text' by Monotype, 'Brava Slab' by Rafael Jordan, and 'Kheops' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports branding, retro, sporty, confident, friendly, punchy, display impact, forward motion, retro flavor, sturdy readability, bracketed serifs, soft corners, compact, hefty, rounded slabs.
A heavy, right-leaning serif with broad, slabby feet and subtly rounded corners that keep the silhouettes soft rather than rigid. Strokes are thick and even, with minimal modulation and a consistent, sturdy rhythm across the alphabet. Counters are relatively open for the weight, while joins and shoulders read smooth and slightly compressed, producing a compact, energetic texture in words. Figures are sturdy and straightforward, matching the letterforms’ strong baseline presence and italic slant.
This style is well suited to display work such as headlines, posters, logos, and packaging where a bold, energetic voice is desired. It can also work for short subheads or pull quotes, especially when you want a retro-leaning, emphatic texture rather than quiet neutrality.
The overall tone feels assertive and upbeat, with a vintage, poster-like flavor that suggests motion and enthusiasm. Its chunky, softened slabs and forward lean give it a friendly confidence that reads more approachable than formal.
The design appears intended to blend the sturdiness of slab-like serifs with an italic, forward-driving stance, prioritizing impact and momentum. Its softened corners and even stroke weight suggest a goal of staying welcoming and legible in display settings while retaining a strong, punchy presence.
The italic angle is pronounced enough to create clear momentum in text, and the slabby terminals help maintain strong word shapes at larger sizes. The combination of compact proportions and heavy strokes creates a dense typographic color that benefits from generous spacing when set in paragraphs.