Slab Square Afmev 2 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, signage, industrial, vintage, authoritative, no-nonsense, space saving, display impact, print utility, sturdy tone, condensed, slab serif, rectilinear, squared, tall x-height.
A condensed slab serif with tall proportions, low stroke contrast, and firm, square-cut serifs and terminals. Stems are straight and consistently weighted, with a compact horizontal footprint and generous vertical reach that gives lines a tight, column-like rhythm. Curves are controlled and slightly squared-off in feeling, keeping round letters disciplined rather than soft. The lowercase is narrow with a straightforward, utilitarian construction, while numerals follow the same tall, condensed logic for cohesive texture in mixed settings.
This face is well suited to headlines, subheads, posters, and packaging where space is limited but impact is needed. Its narrow build and sturdy slabs also make it effective for signage-style display, section titling, and editorial layouts that benefit from a compact, structured typographic voice.
The overall tone is industrial and workmanlike, with a vintage, poster-era crispness. Its compressed forms and blunt slabs project authority and practicality, reading as functional, direct, and slightly retro rather than delicate or expressive.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-saving slab serif with a strong vertical rhythm and a pragmatic, print-forward presence. It prioritizes firmness and clarity through square terminals, low contrast, and compressed proportions to create dense, attention-grabbing text blocks.
The font’s strong vertical emphasis makes it feel at home in tight measure and stacked compositions. The consistent stroke weight and flat terminals produce a steady, even color, while the condensed widths create a distinctive, high-impact texture in headlines and short bursts of copy.