Slab Square Okgib 10 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Alkes' by Fontfabric (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, sturdy, confident, retro, editorial, industrial, impact, readability, authority, print_tradition, utility, blocky, bracket_helped, compact_counters, high_ink_traps.
This typeface is a heavy, slab-serif design with broad proportions and firmly planted, rectangular serifs. Strokes are robust with mostly flat terminals and subtly softened joins, creating a solid, poster-ready texture. Curves are kept tight and controlled, with relatively compact counters and strong vertical stress; the lowercase shows a clear two-storey a and a two-storey g, both drawn with dense interior space and crisp, squared shoulders. Numerals and capitals read evenly with assertive weight and a consistent, workmanlike rhythm.
It is well suited for headlines, short paragraphs, and display settings where a strong typographic backbone is needed—such as posters, brand wordmarks, labels, packaging, and wayfinding. It can also work for editorial pull quotes or section headers where a classic slab-serif authority is desirable.
The overall tone is tough and dependable, with a slightly old-school, utilitarian flavor reminiscent of traditional printing and signage. Its bold presence feels authoritative and practical rather than delicate, giving text a confident, no-nonsense voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold slab-serif voice that remains readable and structured, combining sturdy rectangular serifs with controlled curves for a clear, impactful page presence. It prioritizes visual strength and consistent rhythm, aiming to perform reliably in attention-demanding layouts.
Spacing appears generous enough to keep the heavy strokes from clogging in continuous text, while the slab serifs provide a steady baseline and strong horizontal emphasis. The design’s squarish finishing and compact counters contribute to a dense color that works best when you want impact and clarity over lightness.