Slab Square Itwa 5 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF More' by FontFont (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, retro, playful, friendly, punchy, informal, attention grabbing, retro flavor, friendly display, expressive italic, slab serif, soft brackets, rounded corners, compact, bouncy rhythm.
A very heavy, right-leaning slab serif with blocky, square-ended terminals and gently rounded corners. Strokes are thick and confident with moderate contrast, and the serifs read as chunky slabs that often show subtle bracketing into the stems. Proportions are compact and slightly irregular in width across characters, creating a lively rhythm; counters are relatively tight, and joins and curves feel softened rather than sharp. Lowercase forms are strongly italicized and energetic, while capitals remain bold and stable with pronounced slabs.
Best suited to display typography such as headlines, posters, logos, packaging, menus, and short promotional copy where strong presence and personality are desired. It can also work for emphatic pull quotes or section headers, especially when a retro, friendly feel is appropriate.
The overall tone is upbeat and nostalgic, with a showy, poster-like confidence. Its bold weight and springy italic cadence give it a friendly, slightly mischievous personality that feels casual and attention-grabbing rather than formal.
The design appears intended to merge classic slab-serif sturdiness with a lively italic gesture, producing a high-impact display face that feels approachable. The softened corners and bouncy widths suggest a focus on charm and momentum rather than strict geometric regularity.
The font maintains strong color and texture across lines, with distinctive, chunky numerals and a noticeable forward motion in the lowercase. The combination of slab structure and softened shaping keeps it readable at display sizes while emphasizing character over neutrality.