Slab Square Afrab 7 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bourgeois Slab' by Barnbrook Fonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, packaging, signage, industrial, retro, utilitarian, authoritative, space saving, strong presence, print utility, retro tone, clear display, slab serifs, square joints, vertical stress, tight spacing, condensed proportions.
A condensed slab-serif with tall proportions, sturdy rectangular serifs, and mostly even stroke widths. Corners and terminals are crisp and squared-off, giving the forms a machined, built-up feel rather than calligraphic flow. Curves are kept compact, with rounded bowls tightened into narrow counters, while vertical strokes dominate the rhythm. Numerals and capitals read cleanly in a narrow set, with a consistent, no-nonsense construction across the alphabet.
This style performs well in headlines, subheads, and tight editorial layouts where space is limited but presence is needed. It can add a confident, workmanlike voice to posters, labels, and packaging, and it also suits signage or wayfinding that benefits from condensed, upright letterforms. For longer text, it works best at comfortable sizes where the narrow counters and strong serifs remain open.
The overall tone is firm and practical, with a hint of vintage print and industrial signage. Its narrow, upright stance and squared finishing details project clarity and authority, leaning more utilitarian than decorative. The texture in paragraphs feels structured and slightly newspaper-like, making it well suited to emphatic, information-forward typography.
The design appears intended to deliver a compact, durable slab-serif voice that stays highly legible while occupying minimal horizontal space. Its squared terminals and restrained contrast suggest a focus on robust reproduction and consistent texture, echoing practical print and display traditions. The overall system prioritizes a strong typographic footprint without resorting to heavy weight.
In the text sample, the condensed width produces a strong vertical cadence and economical line length. The slab serifs remain prominent at reading sizes, contributing to a steady baseline and a noticeably sturdy typographic color. The design balances legibility with character, favoring straight-sided geometry and controlled curves.