Slab Square Itsi 6 is a bold, wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Pulpo' by Floodfonts, 'Belizio' by Font Bureau, 'Aldogizio' by TeGeType, and 'Egizio' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, branding, packaging, vintage, sporty, assertive, confident, high impact, retro flavor, expressive serif, headline clarity, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, ink traps, teardrop dots, oldstyle figures.
This typeface is a slanted, heavy serif with sturdy, slab-like proportions and pronounced thick–thin contrast. Serifs read as chunky and slightly bracketed, with many terminals finishing in rounded, ball-like shapes rather than sharp cuts. Curves are generous and compact, counters stay relatively tight, and joins show subtle notches that lend an inky, press-like texture. The lowercase maintains a moderate x-height with lively, calligraphic rhythm, while numerals appear oldstyle with varied heights and rounded, weighty forms.
Best suited to display settings where its contrast, slant, and distinctive terminals can be appreciated—magazine headlines, posters, sports or lifestyle branding, and bold packaging typography. It can also work for short pull quotes or subheads where a classic-but-assertive serif voice is desired.
The overall tone is energetic and emphatic, mixing vintage print flavor with a punchy, contemporary swagger. Its slant and bouncy terminals give it a personable, slightly playful voice, while the dense weight and sharp contrast keep it authoritative and headline-ready.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver high-impact readability with a distinctive, retro-leaning personality. By combining slab-like sturdiness with rounded terminals and a dynamic italic stance, it aims to stand out in attention-driven settings while retaining a familiar serif structure.
The design shows a consistent forward motion and a springy baseline rhythm, especially in the lowercase. Rounded details (notably the i/j dots and several stroke endings) soften the otherwise muscular construction, helping the face feel expressive rather than rigid.