Slab Square Okbab 8 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Edit Serif Pro' by Atlas Font Foundry, 'FF Kievit Slab' by FontFont, 'Alkes' by Fontfabric, 'Diogenes' and 'Marat' by Ludwig Type, and 'Carole Serif' and 'Carole Serif Variable' by Schriftlabor (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, newspapers, packaging, bookish, trustworthy, classic, robust, readability, authority, versatility, print utility, bracketed serifs, slab serifs, ink-trap feel, ball terminals, open counters.
A sturdy slab-serif with pronounced, mostly squared serifs softened by subtle bracketing and tapered joins. Strokes feel even and firm, with moderate thick–thin differentiation that reads clearly at text sizes. The lowercase shows compact, traditional shapes with a two-storey “a,” a double-storey “g” with a prominent lower bowl, and rounded joins that keep the texture lively rather than rigid. Counters are relatively open, terminals are decisive, and the figures appear lining with straightforward, readable forms.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as magazines, newspapers, and book interiors where firm serifs and steady texture support long-form reading. It also fits packaging and branding that benefits from a dependable, traditional voice, and works effectively for headings when set with generous spacing.
The overall tone is grounded and authoritative, with a pragmatic, print-forward character. It suggests editorial reliability—serious without feeling overly formal—while the chunky serifs add warmth and a touch of vintage sturdiness.
The design appears intended as a versatile slab serif that maintains legibility and authority in continuous text while providing enough serif weight and structure to stand up in display settings. Its mix of squared slabs and softened joins points to a practical, print-oriented typeface meant to feel robust and familiar.
In running text, the rhythm is moderately dense and consistent, with clear word shapes driven by strong verticals and stable serifs. Uppercase forms are crisp and stately, while the lowercase introduces more curvature and personality, giving the face a balanced, workhorse feel.