Slab Square Tamol 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Shemekia' by Areatype, 'FF Marselis Slab' by FontFont, and 'Adelle' and 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, confident, retro, editorial, sporty, impactful, impact, motion, headline focus, classic slab feel, strong texture, slab serif, bracketed serifs, rounded corners, compact, heavy.
A heavy, right-leaning slab-serif with compact proportions and a steady, low-contrast stroke. Serifs are blocky and mostly rectangular with subtle bracketing, and many terminals show softened corners rather than sharp cuts. Counters are relatively tight, and joins are sturdy, producing dense, high-ink letterforms. The rhythm is energetic, with a forward slant and slightly varied character widths that keep lines from feeling mechanically uniform.
Best suited to headlines, short blurbs, and display typography where strong texture and forward motion are desirable. It works well for sports and team-style branding, posters, packaging, and signage that need immediate impact. For longer passages, it is most effective at larger sizes where the compact counters and dense color can breathe.
The overall tone is assertive and energetic, with a vintage, print-forward flavor. It reads as familiar and dependable, like classic headlines and signage, while the italic slant adds motion and urgency. The weight and compactness push it toward bold statements rather than quiet text.
The design appears intended to deliver a forceful, classic slab-serif voice in an italicized, motion-oriented posture. It prioritizes solidity and punch, pairing sturdy slab serifs with a compact, print-like density for attention-grabbing display use.
Uppercase forms feel especially blocky and sturdy, while lowercase keeps the same robust construction and maintains clear differentiation between similar shapes. Figures are similarly heavy and compact, matching the headline-forward texture of the alphabet. In paragraphs, the slant and strong serifs create a pronounced texture that benefits from generous leading and moderate line lengths.