Slab Square Sumaj 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'MVB Dovetail' by MVB (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, sports branding, book covers, vintage, collegiate, editorial, confident, sporty, emphasis, heritage tone, impact, signage feel, bracketed, ink-trap feel, lively, bouncy, compact.
A slanted slab-serif with heavy, blocky serifs and broadly rounded curves, giving the letterforms a sturdy, compact silhouette. Strokes stay mostly even in weight, with gently bracketed joins that soften the slabs and keep the texture cohesive at text sizes. The italic construction is assertive and slightly bouncy, with angled terminals and a forward-leaning rhythm that reads energetic rather than delicate. Numerals are robust and clear, matching the caps’ chunky proportions and the overall dense color on the page.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and short-to-medium text where a bold, characterful italic is desired. It works especially well for sports or collegiate branding, retro-inspired packaging, event posters, and editorial cover lines where the dense texture and slab presence add impact.
The font projects a retro, athletic confidence—like classic signage, team branding, or mid‑century editorial display. Its strong slabs and forward slant create momentum and punch, while the rounded shaping keeps it approachable and less formal than a strict square serif.
The design appears intended to combine the solidity of a slab-serif with the energy of an italic, delivering strong emphasis and a nostalgic, print-forward voice. It aims for high visibility and personality, prioritizing confident shapes and a cohesive, dark typographic color.
Uppercase forms feel wide and stable, while the lowercase has a more calligraphic, lively flow, creating an appealing contrast between headline authority and italic motion. The heavy serifs help anchor lines and produce a distinct, recognizable word shape in short phrases and titles.