Slab Square Tabem 13 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Tisa' and 'FF Tisa Paneuropean' by FontFont, 'Adagio Slab' by Machalski, and 'Portada' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, confident, retro, friendly, energetic, rugged, impact, display, emphasis, vintage, slab-serif, bracketed, chunky, compact, angular.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with chunky, mostly rectangular serifs and blunt terminals. Strokes are low-contrast and dense, with broad, sturdy stems and rounded joins that keep counters open despite the weight. The italics are built as true slanted forms rather than cursive, giving the alphabet a forward-tilting rhythm and a slightly compressed, punchy texture in words. Numerals match the letterforms with solid, upright structure and strong slab finishing.
Well suited to headlines, poster typography, and branding where an emphatic, energetic serif is needed. It also fits packaging, labels, and apparel or sports-style graphics that benefit from a sturdy, high-impact look, and can work for short pull quotes or callouts at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is bold and assertive, with a warm, slightly vintage voice. Its forward slant and blocky slabs add momentum and a touch of Americana-inspired ruggedness, while the rounded interior shaping keeps it approachable rather than harsh.
Likely designed to deliver maximum punch and legibility in display settings by combining heavy slabs with a dynamic italic slant. The goal appears to be a robust, attention-grabbing serif that feels contemporary but rooted in classic, sign-like boldness.
The font reads best when allowed room to breathe: the weight and slant create strong word shapes and prominent black-and-white patterning. Shorter ascenders/descenders and compact interior spaces make it feel dense and impactful, especially in mixed-case settings.