Slab Square Hiba 6 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP; 'Shemekia' by Areatype; 'Calanda', 'Cargan', and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype; 'Nitida Headline' and 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype; and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, logotypes, western, poster, collegiate, retro, friendly, impact, nostalgia, branding, emphasis, blocky, sturdy, bracketed, ink-trap, soft corners.
A heavy, block-driven slab serif with broad proportions and compact interior counters. The serifs are thick and mostly square-ended, with subtle rounding and small notches/ink-trap-like cut-ins at some joins that keep dark areas from clogging. Curves are full and steady, while straight strokes stay rigid and rectangular, creating a strong, even texture. Lowercase forms are robust and simplified, with single-storey shapes where expected and a generally solid, chunky rhythm that remains legible at display sizes.
Best suited to posters, large headlines, and signage where its chunky slabs and wide stance can project clearly. It also works well for packaging, labels, and sports/club-style branding that benefits from a bold, emblematic presence. For long reading, it’s more effective in short blocks or callouts than in extended text.
The overall tone is confident and approachable, pairing a sturdy, workmanlike feel with a playful vintage warmth. Its strong slabs and wide stance evoke classic American display lettering—part Western, part collegiate—making it feel energetic and attention-grabbing rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a sturdy slab-serif voice, balancing strong rectangular construction with small details that preserve clarity in dense, dark letterforms. It aims for a classic display look that feels nostalgic and expressive while staying clean and highly readable at larger sizes.
Numerals are especially bold and emblematic, with simple silhouettes and generous stroke mass that read well in headlines and badges. The design’s small interior cut-ins and softened corners help distinguish shapes at tight spacing, contributing to a slightly “printed” character without appearing distressed.