Slab Square Tyba 7 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Asherah' by Artisticandunique (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports graphics, packaging, confident, retro, editorial, sporty, punchy, display impact, headline emphasis, retro flavor, sturdy clarity, slab serif, square serifs, bracketless, ink trap feel, softened corners.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with square, blocky serifs and largely uniform stroke weight. The forms are compact and sturdy, with broad, rounded counters and a tight, energetic rhythm that reads strongly at display sizes. Terminals tend to finish bluntly, while some joins and corners show subtle notches and cut-ins that give the shapes a slightly engineered, ink-trap-like texture. Numerals and capitals carry a pronounced presence with simple, workmanlike geometry and consistent italic slant.
Best suited to headlines, titles, and large-scale typography where its weight and slanted stance can carry the message. It can work well for branding, packaging, and promotional graphics that need a retro-assertive voice, and for sports or event materials where speed and impact are desirable. For extended reading, it will be most comfortable when given generous size and spacing to avoid an overly dense text color.
The overall tone feels assertive and vintage-leaning, like mid-century advertising or sports-era headline typography. It projects confidence and impact without looking delicate, balancing a utilitarian sturdiness with a lively italic motion. The texture is bold and attention-grabbing, suggesting urgency and emphasis rather than quiet neutrality.
This design appears intended as a bold, italic slab serif built for strong display presence: square serifs, sturdy proportions, and a forward-leaning posture that amplifies emphasis. The subtle cut-ins at joins suggest an aim to preserve clarity and maintain lively texture at heavier weights.
The italic angle is strong enough to be a defining characteristic, creating forward momentum in longer lines. Letterfit appears fairly tight in the sample text, producing a dense, dark color that suits headlines and short bursts of copy. The squared slabs and blunt terminals keep the silhouette crisp, while the small interior cuts prevent overly clogged joins at heavier strokes.