Slab Square Fofo 4 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Copperplate New' by Caron twice, 'Ginder' by Craft Supply Co, and 'Brothers' by Emigre (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, editorial display, assertive, vintage, friendly, sturdy, playful, impact, retro display, approachability, stability, slab serif, bracketed serifs, soft corners, large counters, chunky stems.
A heavy slab-serif design with broad, blocky stems and confident, squared-off serifs that read as slightly bracketed rather than sharply detached. The forms are compact and weighty, with rounded joins and softened corners that keep the texture approachable despite the mass. Counters are generous and open for the weight, and the overall rhythm feels steady and poster-like, with sturdy horizontals and a consistent, dark color on the page.
Best suited to headlines and short display copy where its heavy slabs and dark color can do the work—posters, covers, packaging, and bold editorial callouts. It can also serve well for signage or labels where immediate impact and sturdy letterforms are priorities.
The tone is bold and declarative, with a retro, wood-type-like presence that feels both welcoming and emphatic. Its softened geometry adds a friendly, slightly playful warmth, making the weight feel more charismatic than severe.
This design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a classic slab-serif silhouette, balancing toughness with approachable, rounded detailing. The goal reads as high-impact display typography that evokes traditional print and signage while remaining easy to scan at large sizes.
Uppercase shapes lean toward simple, classic proportions, while the lowercase shows chunky, rounded bowls and compact shoulders that reinforce the font’s dense, punchy texture. Numerals follow the same stout construction, staying highly visible and cohesive in mixed settings.