Slab Square Taren 6 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'Calanda' and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype, and 'Arventa Slab Pro' by preussTYPE (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, sports branding, posters, packaging, editorial decks, confident, editorial, retro, athletic, punchy, impact, momentum, authority, heritage, slabbed, bracketed, compact, sturdy, ink-trapless.
A sturdy italic slab-serif with heavy, low-contrast strokes and a forward-leaning, energetic stance. The serifs read as blocky and supportive with subtle bracketing, keeping joins smooth while maintaining a firm, squared-off presence. Counters are relatively open for the weight, and the overall rhythm feels deliberate and even, with rounded forms (like O and C) staying broad and stable while diagonals and arms create strong directional movement. Numerals are similarly robust and straightforward, matching the letters’ strong baseline and headline-ready color.
Best suited to short-form typography where impact matters: headlines, subheads, posters, and bold editorial callouts. It also fits branding systems that need a confident, energetic voice—especially sports, workwear, heritage, or Americana-leaning packaging and identity—while remaining legible in punchy display sizes.
The tone is assertive and classic, evoking editorial sports styling and mid-century display typography. Its italic momentum adds urgency and drive, while the slab structure keeps it grounded and authoritative.
Likely designed to deliver a forceful display italic that combines speed and emphasis with the dependable structure of slabs. The goal appears to be high visual weight and clarity, producing a strong typographic “voice” that reads quickly and anchors layouts with authority.
The design balances prominent slabs with clean internal shapes, giving it a solid silhouette that holds together well at larger sizes. The italic angle is noticeable without becoming calligraphic, preserving a mechanical, constructed feel.