Slab Square Okbas 4 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Alkes' by Fontfabric, 'Rooney' by Jan Fromm, and 'Geneo Std' by Typofonderie (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, editorial, branding, confident, rugged, traditional, authoritative, impact, readability, print tone, authority, bracketed serifs, sturdy, compact, high-ink, soft corners.
A robust slab-serif with heavy stems and broad, squared serifs that feel slightly bracketed rather than razor-sharp. Letterforms are generously proportioned with open counters and a steady, even rhythm, giving the face a strong page color in text. Stroke endings and joins show subtle rounding and mild modulation, keeping the shapes from looking purely mechanical. The lowercase has a straightforward, workmanlike construction, and the numerals are weighty and highly present, matching the strong serifed texture.
This font is well suited to headlines and display typography where strong serifs and a dense texture add authority. It can also work for editorial applications such as pull quotes, section headers, and book-cover titling, and for branding that needs a sturdy, traditional voice.
The overall tone is firm and dependable, with an editorial, print-forward presence. It reads as classic and authoritative without feeling delicate, and carries a slightly rugged, utilitarian warmth suited to emphatic statements.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, print-oriented slab-serif voice with dependable readability and high visual impact. Its broad serifs and steady rhythm suggest an emphasis on confident messaging and strong typographic color in both headings and short-form text.
In running text the font creates a dark, cohesive texture, and the pronounced serifs help guide the eye along lines. The design favors clarity and impact over lightness, making it feel especially at home in larger sizes or shorter text runs.