Slab Square Tofe 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Geometric Slabserif 703' by Bitstream; 'Goodall' by Colophon Foundry; 'Publica Slab' by FaceType; 'ITC Lubalin Graph' by ITC; 'Egyptian Slate', 'Prelo Slab Pro', and 'Sharp Slab' by Monotype; and 'Palo Slab' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, retro, sporty, rugged, assertive, impact, emphasis, headline, display, blocky, sturdy, poster-ready, compact counters, strong baseline.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and robust, low-modulation strokes. Serifs are substantial and blocky with mostly flat, squared terminals, creating a strong baseline and clear silhouette. Counters are relatively open for the weight, while joins and curves stay compact and muscular, giving the overall texture a dense, emphatic rhythm in text.
Best suited for headlines, short-form copy, and display settings where strong personality and weight are desirable, such as posters, packaging, sports or team branding, and punchy editorial openers. It can also work for signage-style applications and bold pull quotes, especially where a vintage-industrial flavor fits the message.
This face projects a confident, punchy tone with a distinctly retro, workmanlike attitude. Its slanted stance and heavy, sturdy shapes add momentum and a slightly sporty, poster-forward energy.
The design appears intended to maximize impact and readability at larger sizes by combining a strong slab-serif structure with an energetic italic slant. Its broad stance and sturdy terminals prioritize bold presence and quick recognition over delicate detail.
The numerals share the same heavy, forward-leaning construction, supporting consistent emphasis across mixed text. In longer passages the dense texture and strong slant read as intentionally dramatic, favoring display typography over extended body copy.