Slab Square Silu 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, branding, packaging, sturdy, confident, classic, utilitarian, impact, readability, authority, heritage, slab serif, bracketed serifs, blocky, compact, ink-trap-like notches.
A heavy slab-serif with blocky proportions and firm, square-ended strokes. Serifs are pronounced and mostly rectangular, with subtle bracketing and occasional notch-like joins that create a slightly carved, ink-trap feel in tight corners. Curves (C, G, O, Q) are round but held in check by sturdy verticals, and terminals stay blunt rather than tapered. The lowercase shows traditional, readable forms with a two-storey “g,” a narrow “t” with a strong crossbar, and a sturdy “r,” giving the design a steady, workmanlike rhythm across text.
Well-suited to headlines, subheads, and short blocks of text where a strong, authoritative slab-serif voice is desired. It can support branding and packaging that need a classic-but-tough impression, and works well in editorial layouts for section titles and pull quotes.
The tone is dependable and assertive, combining old-school print solidity with a practical, no-nonsense attitude. It reads as confident and established rather than delicate or ornamental, with an editorial seriousness that also feels approachable.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact readability with a traditional slab-serif foundation—prioritizing durability, clear silhouettes, and a confident presence in both display and dense typographic settings.
In text, the strong slab serifs create clear word shapes and a consistent horizontal rhythm, while the heavy punctuation and figures match the overall weight. The numerals are robust and straightforward, suited to emphasis and display where clarity and impact matter.