Slab Square Wolis 2 is a light, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, magazine titles, branding, vintage, editorial, theatrical, noir, dramatic, space saving, display impact, vintage tone, editorial voice, dramatic emphasis, condensed, slab serif, bracketed serifs, sharp joints, calligraphic slant.
A condensed, right-leaning slab serif with tall proportions and a steady, upright rhythm despite its italic slant. Strokes show clear thick–thin modulation, with sharpened joins and compact, squared-off serif shapes that read as small slabs rather than delicate hairline finishes. Curves are tight and slightly tensioned, counters are narrow, and the overall spacing feels economical, giving lines a vertical, column-like texture. Numerals and capitals follow the same streamlined construction, maintaining a consistent narrow footprint across the set.
Best used for headlines, poster work, book covers, and magazine titles where its condensed silhouette and italic energy can carry the composition. It also suits branding and packaging that wants a vintage editorial or theatrical feel, especially when vertical economy is important.
The tone is classic and slightly dramatic, evoking vintage editorial typography and old-style display lettering used for headlines, posters, and title cards. Its condensed stance and crisp serifs bring a formal, theatrical edge, while the italic angle adds motion and a hint of noir sophistication.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, space-saving display voice: narrow, slanted, and serifed, with enough contrast and slab structure to stay crisp and recognizable. It prioritizes punchy texture and period flavor over relaxed readability, aiming to stand out in titles and short lines.
In running text the narrow counters and compressed sidebearings create a dense color, which can look striking at larger sizes but may feel tight in long passages. The design’s crisp terminals and compact slabs help preserve character identity in narrow widths, making it well suited to space-constrained settings.