Slab Normal Okbon 7 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Serifa' by Bitstream, 'Serifa EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype, and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, editorial, packaging, sturdy, authoritative, friendly, utilitarian, impact, readability, versatility, solidity, slab serif, blocky, rounded corners, ink-trap feel, soft terminals.
A heavy, workmanlike slab serif with a broad footprint and compact internal counters. Strokes are largely uniform, with thick, squared serifs that have subtly softened corners and a slightly braced, engineered feel. Curves are generous and round (notably in O/Q and the bowls of b/d/p), while joins and terminals stay firm and rectangular, creating a steady rhythm in text. Numerals are robust and open, matching the letterforms’ solid, sign-ready construction.
Best suited for headlines and display settings where a solid slab-serif presence is needed, such as posters, packaging, and branding wordmarks. It also holds up in editorial applications for subheads and short blocks of text where a dense, sturdy texture is desirable.
The overall tone is confident and dependable, projecting a pragmatic, no-nonsense voice. Despite the weight, the rounded shaping keeps it approachable, giving it a friendly, collegiate/editorial flavor rather than a sharp industrial one.
The design appears intended as a straightforward, versatile slab serif that prioritizes impact and clarity. Its softened corners and consistent weight aim to deliver a dependable, approachable voice across modern editorial and brand-driven layouts.
Spacing reads even and predictable, and the strong serifs help maintain horizontal flow across lines. The design balances square structure with softened details, producing a bold texture that remains legible in short paragraphs and prominent headings.