Slab Square Sihi 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Classic Round' and 'Classic XtraRound' by Durotype, 'Cargan' and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Breve Slab Title' by Monotype, 'PF Centro Slab Press' by Parachute, and 'Haboro Slab' and 'Haboro Slab Soft' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, book covers, sturdy, friendly, vintage, editorial, confident, impact, readability, print tone, retro flavor, utility, blocky, bracketed, chunky, softened, robust.
A heavy, slab-serif design with broad proportions and a solid, even stroke weight. The serifs are prominent and block-like with subtly softened corners, giving the forms a carved, poster-like presence rather than a sharp, technical feel. Counters are generous and open, while joins and terminals stay firm and squared off, producing a steady rhythm in text. Figures are wide and weighty, matching the letters’ strong, grounded color on the page.
This font is well suited to headlines and short-to-medium text where strong presence is needed, such as posters, packaging, and signage. It can also work for book covers and editorial display where a bold, classic slab-serif voice helps anchor the layout.
The overall tone feels sturdy and approachable, with a classic, workmanlike character that nods to traditional print and signage. Its bold, friendly shapes read as confident and slightly nostalgic, lending warmth and authority without becoming formal or delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold slab-serif look optimized for impact and legibility, combining strong rectangular serifs with softened shaping for a more inviting, print-forward feel.
In the grid and text sample, the font maintains consistent weight and spacing that creates a dense, emphatic typographic color. The lowercase shows a compact, readable build with clear differentiation between shapes, helping longer passages retain clarity despite the heavy weight.