Slab Square Kohi 7 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logotypes, editorial, retro, typewriter, playful, craft, storybook, retro revival, expressive display, print flavor, distinctive branding, bulbous, bracketed, rounded, chunky, high-contrast.
This typeface features heavy, slab-like serifs with soft, rounded corners and pronounced ball/teardrop terminals that give strokes a stamped, inked feel. Letterforms show noticeable contrast between thick verticals and finer connecting strokes, with generous interior counters and a steady, upright stance. The serifs read as broad and weighty, often widening into rounded pads that create a distinctive rhythm, while curves (notably in O, Q, and 8) are smooth and slightly expanded for a friendly, display-oriented texture.
Best suited to headlines and short-to-medium display text where its distinctive terminals and slab structure can be appreciated. It works well for retro-themed posters, packaging, branding marks, and editorial titles that want a playful, vintage print voice.
The overall tone is retro and tactile, evoking typewriter-era printing and vintage packaging. Its bouncy terminals and high-contrast structure add a whimsical, handcrafted character that feels approachable and slightly theatrical rather than formal.
The design appears intended to reinterpret slab-serif construction with an exaggerated, rounded terminal motif to create a memorable, decorative texture. It prioritizes personality and rhythm over neutrality, aiming for strong recognition in display settings.
The design’s most recognizable signature is the repeated rounded “pad” treatment at stroke ends and serifs, which creates a consistent, decorative beat across both uppercase and lowercase. Numerals appear similarly stylized, with curvy shapes and assertive terminals that match the text face’s display personality.