Slab Square Omke 3 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, headlines, book text, branding, signage, classic, authoritative, collegiate, bookish, legibility, authority, print tone, versatility, clarity, bracketed serifs, robust, crisp, high-ink, sturdy.
A sturdy slab-serif with blocky, rectangular serifs and subtly bracketed joins that soften the corners without losing firmness. Strokes are fairly even with moderate contrast, creating a dark, confident color in text. The letterforms are upright with wide, open counters and a steady rhythm; terminals tend to end squarely, and many curves (C, G, S) feel slightly squared-off at the extrema. Lowercase forms are conventional and readable, with a two-storey “a” and “g,” and numerals are clear and classic in proportion.
Well-suited to headlines, subheads, and pull quotes where a sturdy, classic voice is needed. It can also work in short-to-medium body copy when a darker, more assertive slab-serif texture is desired, and it lends itself to branding and signage that benefit from clear, blocky serifs.
The overall tone is traditional and dependable, with a distinctly editorial and collegiate flavor. Its strong slabs and compact detailing project authority and practicality, while the gentle bracketing keeps it approachable rather than harsh.
The design appears intended to provide a robust, highly legible slab-serif for print-like settings, combining square-ended strength with mild bracketing for smoother reading. It aims to feel classic and trustworthy while remaining punchy enough for display use.
In running text the face builds a notably bold texture for its weight, making it feel solid and print-forward. The design balances geometric firmness with small calligraphic cues at joins, which helps maintain legibility and continuity across long passages.