Slab Square Tabat 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP, 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'CamingoSlab' by Jan Fromm, 'Diaria Pro' by Mint Type, 'Directa Serif' by Outras Fontes, 'Susan Classic' by ParaType, and 'Cabrito' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, sports branding, editorial decks, athletic, editorial, retro, assertive, robust, emphasis, impact, heritage, energy, readability, bracketed serifs, chunky serifs, oblique stress, ink-trap feel, tight apertures.
A heavy, italicized slab serif with compact proportions and thick, blocky serifs that read as lightly bracketed rather than sharply hairlined. Strokes are weighty with moderate contrast and a consistent, sturdy rhythm; curves are full and slightly squarish at the joins, giving round letters a muscular profile. The slant is pronounced and steady across caps, lowercase, and figures, with short, sturdy terminals and relatively tight counters that emphasize density and impact.
Best suited to display roles where a strong voice is needed: headlines, poster typography, covers, and brand marks that benefit from a bold italic presence. It can also work for short editorial callouts, pull quotes, and packaging copy where a compact, high-impact texture is desirable.
The overall tone is confident and punchy, balancing a classic print sensibility with an energetic, sporty slant. It evokes vintage headlines and emphatic display typography—bold without feeling ornamental—making it feel direct, hardworking, and slightly retro.
Designed to deliver a forceful, forward-moving slab-serif voice: sturdy, compact shapes paired with a decisive italic angle for emphasis. The intention appears to be dependable legibility at display sizes while projecting momentum and authority.
The italic construction is integral (not merely skewed), with lively entry/exit shapes and a forward-leaning stance that keeps even simple forms like numerals feeling dynamic. The caps are broad and commanding, while the lowercase maintains a solid, readable texture that stays dark and cohesive in text-like settings.