Slab Square Guno 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Intermedial Slab' by Blaze Type; 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types; 'Calanda', 'Cargan', and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype; 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype; 'PF Centro Slab Press' by Parachute; and 'Posterizer KG' by Posterizer KG (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sturdy, collegiate, retro, friendly, assertive, impact, legibility, nostalgia, branding, blocky, chunky, bracketless, square-cut, compact.
A heavy slab serif with blocky, square-cut terminals and thick, even strokes. The letterforms are built from broad verticals and generous curves, with minimal stroke modulation and a solid, compact rhythm. Serifs read as flat, rectangular slabs that integrate tightly into the stems, producing strong edges and a dense typographic color. Counters stay open despite the weight, and the overall silhouette favors sturdy geometry over delicacy.
Best suited to bold headlines and display typography where impact and clarity matter—posters, signage, sports and collegiate branding, and packaging. It also works well for short subheads or callouts in editorial layouts when a sturdy, vintage-leaning slab voice is desired.
The tone is confident and workmanlike, with a classic, all-American poster feel. It evokes collegiate and athletic lettering while remaining approachable and straightforward, making it feel bold, dependable, and a bit nostalgic.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence and legibility through a compact, slab-serif construction with square-cut detailing. It prioritizes strong silhouettes and a uniform stroke system to create a reliable, attention-grabbing display face for branding and promotional settings.
The capitals appear especially block-forward, while the lowercase keeps the same chunky construction and clear, unambiguous shapes. Numerals match the heft and squared-off finish, supporting strong emphasis in mixed text settings.