Slab Square Irta 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Finador Slab' by Fincker Font Cuisine and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, editorial, confident, retro, athletic, assertive, impact, momentum, authority, headline focus, brand presence, blocky, bracketed, slanted, robust, compact.
A sturdy italic slab serif with heavy, square-shouldered serifs and a consistent, energetic rightward slant. Strokes are thick with modest modulation, and the forms lean on broad curves paired with crisp, flat terminals that keep counters open at display sizes. The uppercase shows strong, compact silhouettes and clear slab anchoring, while the lowercase maintains a steady rhythm with sturdy joins and a practical, workmanlike construction. Numerals are wide and weighty, matching the letterforms with blunt serifs and solid presence.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, and short bursts of copy where the heavy slabs and italic momentum can carry the message. It works well for sports and collegiate-style branding, bold editorial features, packaging, and promotional materials that benefit from a strong, vintage-leaning typographic presence.
The overall tone is forceful and purposeful, mixing a classic editorial gravitas with a sporty, poster-like punch. Its slanted, blocky structure reads as dynamic and forward-moving, giving text a confident, headline-driven voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, attention-grabbing italic slab voice that combines traditional serif authority with modern promotional energy. Its squared terminals and robust serifs emphasize impact, making it feel tailored for display typography and brand statements.
The italic angle and thick slabs create strong horizontal accents, producing a dense texture in longer lines. The design favors impact and clarity over delicacy, with shapes that stay legible and stable even when tightly set.