Slab Square Ugros 5 is a light, normal width, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Attorney' by Schriftlabor (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, essays, branding, literary, classic, academic, refined, readability, editorial tone, structured italic, print feel, bracketed, slanted, calligraphic, lively, crisp.
A slanted slab-serif with bracketed, square-ended serifs and a crisp, lightly modulated stroke. Proportions are relatively narrow with a tall x-height, giving lowercase forms strong presence and a compact texture. Curves are smooth and slightly tense, while joints and terminals stay clean and controlled; the overall rhythm feels steady, with clear differentiation between round and straight structures. Figures align comfortably with the text, keeping the same angled stance and restrained detailing.
Well suited to editorial settings such as magazines, essays, and book typography where an italic slab can add emphasis without sacrificing structure. It can also work for branding and packaging that wants a classic, print-forward voice with a refined, slightly energetic slant.
The font reads as composed and literary, with an editorial polish that suggests traditional printing but with a lively, contemporary slant. Its slab serifs add firmness and authority, while the italic posture introduces motion and warmth, making it feel articulate rather than rigid.
Likely designed to deliver a dependable, text-friendly italic with the stability of slab serifs—balancing traditional serif cues with a clean, modern finishing. The goal appears to be an expressive but controlled voice for continuous reading and sophisticated display lines.
The italic angle is consistent across cases, and the serifs provide strong horizontal cues that help hold lines together. The combination of tall lowercase and restrained stroke contrast supports a clear, even color in paragraphs while still feeling characterful.