Slab Square Irpo 1 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Directa Serif' by Outras Fontes (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine, branding, packaging, editorial, confident, retro, sporty, robust, emphasis, impact, heritage, display, slab serif, bracketed, oblique, ink-trap hinting, wedge joins.
A slanted slab-serif design with sturdy, block-like serifs and clearly chiseled stroke endings. The letters show a pronounced forward lean, moderate stroke contrast, and a somewhat compact rhythm, with small bracket-like transitions into the slabs that keep joins from feeling abrupt. Curves are full and heavy, counters stay open, and many terminals look subtly cut or tapered, giving the black shapes a slightly carved, print-oriented texture. Numerals follow the same assertive, angled construction with sturdy feet and strong horizontals.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, subheads, posters, and packaging where the strong slabs and italic energy can carry the layout. It can also work for branding or editorial pull quotes when a confident, slightly retro voice is desired, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is bold and energetic, combining a classic editorial seriousness with a slightly vintage, athletic punch. Its oblique stance and hefty slabs create a sense of motion and confidence while still feeling anchored and dependable.
The design appears intended to deliver a forceful italic voice within a slab-serif framework—combining the stability of wide, sturdy serifs with a dynamic slant for emphasis. It prioritizes impact and recognizability, aiming for a high-contrast, print-friendly silhouette that reads as both classic and energetic.
The texture reads dense and headline-forward, with strong verticals and emphatic serifs producing a steady baseline and a crisp, poster-like silhouette. In running text, the italic angle adds momentum, and the heavy slabs help maintain character separation at larger sizes.