Slab Square Ikba 7 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Milo Slab' by FontFont, 'Breve Slab Text' by Monotype, and 'Bree Serif' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, sports branding, editorial display, assertive, retro, editorial, sporty, friendly, high impact, headline emphasis, retro display, brand presence, speed cue, slab serif, bracketed serifs, rounded corners, chunky, compact.
A heavy, italic slab serif with compact proportions and a strong forward slant. Strokes are thick and confident with moderate contrast, and the slab serifs read as broad, squared-off blocks softened by slight rounding and subtle bracketing. Counters are relatively tight and the joins feel sturdy, producing a dense texture that holds together well in bold settings. Numerals and capitals share the same weighty, athletic rhythm, with a few wider forms adding natural, uneven width across the line.
This font is well suited to display roles such as headlines, posters, product packaging, and bold editorial callouts where an energetic slanted slab can carry the message. It also works effectively for sports and team-style branding, badges, and attention-grabbing signage, especially at larger sizes where its internal shapes have room to breathe.
The overall tone is bold and energetic, with a vintage, headline-driven confidence. Its slanted stance and chunky slabs give it a sporty, poster-like presence that feels direct and attention-seeking while still approachable.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a condensed, italicized slab serif voice—combining sturdy, square-ended serifs with a brisk slant for speed and emphasis. It prioritizes strong silhouette and high visibility for branding and titling contexts.
The design favors impact over delicacy: terminals are blunt and emphatic, and the italic construction reads more like a purposeful oblique for display than a calligraphic script. The heavy weight and tight apertures create strong word shapes, especially in all-caps or short bursts of text.