Slab Square Hihe 2 is a bold, wide, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Nayanika Slab' by ArimaType, 'Hefring Slab' by Inhouse Type, 'Namyv' by Poloskov, 'Netra' by Sign Studio, 'Marmo' by Stefano Giliberti, and 'Helserif' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, industrial, collegiate, editorial, retro, impact, stability, clarity, heritage, blocky, sturdy, square serif, high contrast details, open counters.
A robust slab-serif design with chunky, square-ended serifs and largely even stroke weight. The letterforms are broad and steady, with generous interior space and clear, open counters that keep the texture readable at display sizes. Curves are smoothly drawn but contained within firm, rectangular proportions, while terminals and joins stay crisp and decisive. Numerals and capitals appear especially weighty and poster-ready, producing a dense, stable typographic color.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and branding where a firm, attention-grabbing voice is needed. It can also work well for packaging and signage, especially when short blocks of text benefit from strong structure and clear letter differentiation.
The overall tone is assertive and no-nonsense, leaning toward industrial and collegiate cues. Its heavy presence and squared details give it a dependable, workmanlike character, while the wide stance adds a bold, headline-forward attitude.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact and stability through broad proportions and pronounced slab serifs, balancing straightforward readability with a distinctly blocky, display-oriented presence.
The rhythm in text feels strongly horizontal due to the wide set and prominent slab feet, creating an anchored baseline and a sturdy silhouette. Shapes favor clarity over delicacy, with consistent, simplified detailing that reads cleanly in short phrases and emphasis lines.