Slab Normal Okbab 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Multiple' by Latinotype, 'Justus Pro' by URW Type Foundry, 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill, and 'Haboro Slab' and 'Haboro Slab Soft' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, packaging, signage, sturdy, workmanlike, confident, traditional, friendly, readability, solidity, utility, editorial tone, impact, chunky, bracketed, robust, legible, printlike.
A robust slab serif with thick, blocky serifs and minimal stroke modulation. The design has squarish terminals, compact counters, and a consistent, even color that reads strongly at text and display sizes. Serifs are prominent and largely rectangular with subtle rounding/bracketing at joins, giving the letterforms a solid, grounded feel. Proportions are pragmatic rather than condensed or extended, with stable verticals, wide-ish bowls, and straightforward, utilitarian shapes across the alphabet and numerals.
Well-suited to headlines and subheads where a strong, stable serif voice is needed, and it can also serve in short editorial blocks thanks to its even texture and clear forms. The weight and sturdy serifs make it effective for posters, packaging, and signage where impact and legibility are priorities.
The overall tone is sturdy and dependable, with a classic, print-oriented presence. Its heavy slabs and even rhythm feel confident and workmanlike, suggesting editorial seriousness while staying approachable rather than formal or delicate.
The design appears intended as a straightforward, versatile slab serif that delivers a firm, traditional typographic voice without ornamentation. It aims for dependable readability and a strong printed presence, balancing boldness with familiar, no-nonsense letterforms.
The lowercase maintains clear differentiation between similar forms (such as i/l and n/m), and the numerals are bold and open, supporting quick scanning. Round letters stay fairly geometric and contained, while straight-sided letters emphasize a strong baseline and vertical alignment.