Slab Square Taroh 3 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith, 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype, and 'Metronic Slab Pro' by Mostardesign (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, logotypes, confident, sporty, editorial, retro, assertive, impact, momentum, stability, display clarity, slab serif, oblique, blocky, bracketed slabs, sturdy.
A heavy, oblique slab-serif with compact, blocky letterforms and a steady, low-contrast stroke. The serifs read as thick rectangular slabs with slight bracketing and minimal flare, giving terminals a firm, engineered finish. Counters are moderately open and the overall width feels generous, creating a broad, poster-ready rhythm. The alphabet shows consistent slant and robust joins, while numerals follow the same sturdy, squared-off logic for a cohesive texture in lines of text.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, posters, and other display contexts where strong typographic color is an advantage. It can work well for sports branding, energetic campaigns, and packaging that benefits from a sturdy, industrial-leaning voice. For longer text, it’s likely most comfortable at larger sizes with generous spacing.
The tone is bold and no-nonsense, with a sporty, headline-forward energy. Its slanted stance adds momentum and a sense of urgency, while the slab structure keeps the voice grounded and authoritative. Overall it feels like a modernized nod to classic athletic and editorial display typography.
The design appears intended to deliver a forceful, attention-grabbing italic slab that maintains clarity through simplified geometry and low contrast. By pairing heavy slabs with a consistent slant, it aims to combine stability and speed—producing a distinctive, high-impact texture for display typography.
In the sample paragraphs the weight produces strong color and clear word shapes at larger sizes, while the heavy slabs and oblique angle can become visually insistent in extended setting. The forms stay disciplined rather than calligraphic, emphasizing impact and stability over delicacy.