Slab Square Tymy 2 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Anicon Slab' by NREY (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, branding, packaging, vintage, energetic, sporty, authoritative, impact, readability, retro tone, headline energy, slab serif, bracketed slabs, oblique axis, compact, bold serifs.
This is a compact, right-leaning slab serif with sturdy, squared-off serifs and a tightly controlled, low-contrast stroke structure. The letterforms show a brisk oblique rhythm and a slightly condensed footprint, with firm verticals and clean joins that keep counters open despite the compressed proportions. Serifs read as blocky and confident, often with subtle bracketing that softens the transitions without losing the squared, athletic feel. Curves are rounded but disciplined, and the overall spacing favors a punchy, headline-oriented texture.
It performs best in display sizes where the slanted, slab-serif details can project personality—headlines, pull quotes, posters, and attention-grabbing editorial titling. It can also suit branding and packaging that want a confident, vintage-leaning voice, especially in short bursts of text where its compact rhythm stays crisp and readable.
The tone blends vintage editorial italics with a more muscular, poster-like presence. Its slabbier details and assertive slant give it a confident, slightly retro energy that feels at home in sports, news, and classic Americana cues rather than delicate or literary settings.
The design appears aimed at delivering an italicized, high-impact slab serif that reads quickly and emphatically. It prioritizes bold serif punctuation, compact proportions, and a cohesive forward motion to create a distinctive headline texture without relying on high contrast or delicate detailing.
Capitals maintain a strong, upright structure even while slanted, producing a stable silhouette in all-caps settings. Lowercase forms lean into sturdy, simplified shapes, and the numerals match the same forward-tilted, emphatic rhythm, helping mixed text keep a consistent voice.