Slab Square Okmuz 12 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bogue Slab' by Melvastype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, headlines, book covers, posters, packaging, typewriter, heritage, no-nonsense, sturdy, sturdy readability, print character, classic slab voice, bracketed slabs, ink-trap feel, rounded joins, soft corners, open counters.
A sturdy slab-serif with blocky, bracketed serifs and gently rounded corners that keep the heavy shapes from feeling rigid. Strokes are fairly even with moderate contrast, and curves transition smoothly into stems, producing a slightly inked, print-like rhythm. The capitals are broad and steady, while the lowercase shows compact, readable forms with a two-storey “a” and “g” and clear differentiation between similar shapes. Numerals are robust and old-style in spirit, with substantial terminals and consistent weight distribution that holds up at larger text sizes.
This face suits editorial typography where a strong slab presence is desired—magazine headlines, section openers, pull quotes, and book-cover titling. Its sturdy forms also make it a good fit for posters, labels, and packaging that need a confident, traditional voice while remaining highly legible.
The overall tone is dependable and editorial, with a subtle typewriter/industrial flavor that feels practical rather than decorative. It communicates authority and clarity, leaning vintage without becoming ornate, and reads as confident, workmanlike typography.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic slab-serif voice with robust serifs and a print-forward texture, balancing authority with approachability. It prioritizes strong horizontal structure and clear, familiar letterforms to perform well in display and heavier text settings.
Counters are relatively open for a slab serif, and the serifs stay prominent even where curves meet stems, giving the design a solid baseline and strong horizontal emphasis. The sample text shows a dense, energetic texture with pronounced word shapes and a slightly warm, printed character.