Slab Square Otma 2 is a light, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, textbooks, reports, packaging, classic, bookish, trustworthy, formal, readability, stability, clarity, editorial tone, slab serif, bracketless, low contrast, crisp, open counters.
A low-contrast slab serif with crisp, square-ended serifs and a clean, even stroke rhythm. The letterforms lean on straightforward geometry: round characters are fairly circular, while verticals stay firm and unmodulated. Serifs are short and sturdy, giving terminals a flat, anchored finish; joins and curves are smooth without calligraphic flare. Proportions feel balanced and readable, with open counters and clear differentiation across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
Well suited to editorial layouts, books, and instructional materials where a stable, readable texture is needed. The firm slab serifs also make it a good choice for structured communication—reports, brochures, and packaging—where clarity and a dependable voice matter.
The overall tone is composed and traditional, with a practical, no-nonsense authority. Its slab structure adds a sturdy, institutional feel, while the restrained detailing keeps it calm and editorial rather than decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver a sturdy slab-serif voice optimized for clear reading and consistent typographic color, balancing traditional formality with a clean, contemporary crispness.
Capitals present a steady, headline-friendly presence without becoming heavy, and the lowercase maintains an orderly texture suitable for continuous reading. Numerals follow the same disciplined construction, matching the text color and maintaining consistent emphasis across figures.