Slab Square Savu 3 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype, 'Corporative Slab' by Latinotype, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, 'Cyntho Next Slab' by Mint Type, 'Eksja' by Protimient, and 'Gambero' by Typoforge Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, branding, sturdy, industrial, confident, friendly, retro, impact, clarity, utility, heritage, blocky, bracketed, hefty, compact, punchy.
A heavy slab-serif with broad proportions, strong horizontals, and a compact, steady rhythm. The strokes are low-contrast and mostly straight-sided, with squared-off terminals and substantial slabs that read clearly at display sizes. Curves (like in C, O, and S) are rounded but kept firm and controlled, while counters stay relatively open for the weight. Lowercase forms are robust and straightforward, with a single-storey a and g, short ascenders/descenders, and a generally even texture across words.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short paragraphs where weight and presence are desirable. It works well for signage, packaging, and branding systems that need a sturdy, no-nonsense voice with a slightly retro, workmanlike character. For long-form text, it will be most comfortable at larger sizes where the heavy slabs and compact rhythm can breathe.
The overall tone is solid and dependable, with an industrial practicality tempered by a warm, approachable presence. Its chunky slabs and blocky construction evoke vintage utility—think stamped signage, old packaging, and straightforward editorial headlines—without feeling delicate or ornate.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact and clarity through a strong slab-serif structure, emphasizing firmness, legibility, and a classic utilitarian feel. Its broad stance and consistent stroke behavior suggest a focus on bold communication rather than delicate detail.
The numerals share the same sturdy construction and squarish finishing, keeping a consistent color alongside the letters. Spacing in the sample text appears generous enough to prevent the heavy weight from clogging, and the punctuation (notably the colon and apostrophe) remains simple and clear.