Slab Square Safe 5 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Arcanite Slab' and 'Nuga' by 38-lineart; 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype; 'Sanchez', 'Sanchez Slab', and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype; and 'Weekly' by Los Andes (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, editorial display, sturdy, friendly, workmanlike, retro, confident, impact, legibility, vintage tone, branding strength, print poster, bracketed slabs, soft corners, compact joints, large counters, heavy serifs.
A heavy slab-serif with broad proportions and a solid, even stroke weight. The serifs are prominent and mostly square in feel, often with subtle bracketing that softens transitions into the stems. Curves are generous and full, with relatively large counters and a steady, un-fussy rhythm; joints and terminals read as blocky but slightly rounded rather than razor-sharp. Overall spacing appears comfortable at display sizes, with consistent weight distribution across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals.
Well-suited to headlines, posters, and signage where strong letterforms and clear silhouettes are needed. It also fits packaging and branding that want a dependable, vintage-leaning slab-serif voice, and it can work for editorial display when set with generous leading.
The font conveys a sturdy, dependable tone with a warm, approachable edge. Its bold slabs and ample forms suggest classic, practical printing—confident and a bit retro—without feeling delicate or formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, highly legible slab-serif look with a robust color on the page. Its softened slab transitions and broad shapes prioritize clarity and authority while keeping the tone approachable for commercial and display applications.
The numerals and capitals have a strong, poster-like presence, while the lowercase remains clear and straightforward, supporting punchy headlines and short text. The overall texture is dark and stable, with clean, uncomplicated shapes that favor impact over refinement.