Slab Square Sigi 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Eksja' by Protimient and 'Hexi' by Sign Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, sturdy, confident, industrial, collegiate, editorial, impact, authority, durability, vintage print, utility, blocky, bracketed, robust, crisp, compact.
A heavy, slab-serif design with sturdy verticals, compact bowls, and a strong, even stroke presence. Serifs are broad and square-ended with subtle bracketing, giving letters a carved, anchored feel rather than a purely geometric snap. Curves are full and slightly condensed, counters are moderate, and joins stay clean, producing a dark, steady rhythm in text. Uppercase forms read authoritative and upright, while the lowercase keeps familiar bookish structures with rounded terminals and clear differentiation across letters and numerals.
Well-suited to headlines, subheads, and short blocks of text where a firm, high-impact voice is desired. It works especially well for branding and packaging that benefit from a vintage-industrial or collegiate tone, as well as signage and promotional materials where legibility and presence matter.
The overall tone is solid and workmanlike, balancing traditional print authority with an industrial, poster-ready punch. It suggests vintage utility—serious, dependable, and direct—without feeling delicate or refined. The weight and slab structure convey confidence and a distinctly American editorial/collegiate flavor.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, dependable reading experience with classic slab-serif authority, optimized for strong silhouettes and clear word shapes in display typography. Its restrained contrast and substantial serifs aim for durability and a confident, print-forward personality.
At display sizes the broad serifs and compact interior spaces create a strong silhouette; in longer settings it will appear dense, so generous leading and comfortable tracking help maintain clarity. Numerals match the letters’ stout, emphatic construction and hold up well for attention-grabbing figures.