Slab Square Tareg 7 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Berthold Corporate E' by Berthold, 'Codename FX' by Differentialtype, 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype, 'DilleniaUPC' by Microsoft Corporation, 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry, and 'Corporate E' and 'Corporate E WGL' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, editorial display, athletic, editorial, retro, assertive, headline, impact, motion, brand presence, display strength, retro flavor, bracketless, square serif, compact, chunky, ink-trap hints.
This typeface is a slanted slab-serif with sturdy, block-like serifs and largely squared terminals. Strokes are heavy and even, with minimal modulation, creating a strong, compact texture. Letterforms show firm horizontals and verticals, with broad shoulders and tight interior counters that stay open enough for display use. The italic construction reads as a true oblique with consistent weight, giving the forms forward motion without introducing calligraphic contrast.
It performs best at larger sizes where the bold slabs and slanted stance can carry a message quickly—headlines, posters, sports identity, and impactful packaging. In editorial settings, it suits short bursts such as section openers, pull quotes, and magazine titles where a strong, retro-leaning display voice is desired.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a sporty, poster-ready feel. Its chunky slabs and forward slant evoke mid-century advertising and athletic branding, balancing toughness with a clean, utilitarian clarity. The rhythm feels punchy and confident rather than delicate or formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a high-impact italic slab voice that stays solid and legible, prioritizing bold presence and brisk forward motion. Its squared serifs and even stroke weight suggest a practical display tool aimed at branding and headline environments rather than subtle text typography.
In the sample text, the dense spacing and heavy joins create a strong headline color, while round letters like O and Q remain robust and stable. Numerals are similarly weighty and built for impact, matching the letterforms’ squared details and broad proportions.