Slab Square Subow 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, branding, packaging, classic, assertive, sporty, retro, emphasis, impact, heritage, readability, momentum, bracketed, rounded, sturdy, ink-trap, compact.
A slanted, heavy serif design with sturdy, squared-off feet and subtly bracketed joins that keep the texture from feeling rigid. Strokes are largely even with only mild modulation, creating a dense, confident color on the page. The italic construction is built from true letterform reshaping rather than a simple slant, with lively curves and tight inner counters. Round letters stay full and compact, while diagonals and arms show crisp terminals and occasional notched/ink-trap-like cuts at joins that help maintain clarity at heavier sizes.
Best suited to headlines, decks, pull quotes, and other display roles where the heavy italic stance can carry emphasis and personality. It can also work for editorial branding, packaging, and sports-leaning or heritage-themed identities that benefit from a sturdy serif with motion and bite.
The overall tone reads traditional but energetic—like a workhorse serif pushed into a more athletic, headline-forward voice. It feels confident and slightly vintage, with a robust, print-oriented presence that suggests editorial authority and brand assertiveness without becoming formal or delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong italic serif for attention-grabbing typography—combining slab-like stability with energetic, compact letterforms for impactful reading in larger sizes. The controlled stroke contrast and robust serifs suggest a focus on dependable reproduction and a bold, print-centric presence.
The numerals follow the same stout, slightly condensed rhythm as the letters, supporting strong vertical emphasis in setting. The sample text shows a tight, punchy line texture where the italic angle and slab-like serifs add momentum, making word shapes feel fast and emphatic.