Slab Square Abnaf 7 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'St Marie' by Stereotypes (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, editorial, book typography, magazines, newsletters, classic, scholarly, trustworthy, literary, readability, editorial tone, robust text, classic utility, bracketed slabs, sharp joins, crisp, open counters, firm baseline.
This typeface is a sturdy slab serif with clearly defined, squared-off serifs that often show a subtle bracketing into the stems. Strokes are fairly even with a measured, text-friendly contrast, and the overall color on the page reads solid without feeling heavy. Letterforms are open and traditional, with compact joins and crisp terminals that keep edges clean. The lowercase shows a conventional, readable structure and steady rhythm, while the numerals follow the same restrained, sturdy construction suited to continuous reading.
It performs well in extended reading contexts such as books, magazines, and editorial layouts, where the slab serifs help guide the eye along the line. It can also support headings and pull quotes when a classic, sturdy serif voice is desired without becoming overly ornamental.
The design conveys a classic, bookish tone—confident and pragmatic rather than decorative. Its firm slabs and controlled proportions suggest reliability and authority, giving text a composed, editorial voice.
The font appears intended as a practical slab serif for comfortable text setting, combining traditional proportions with confident slab detailing to deliver a dependable, print-centric texture.
Serifs are consistently present across capitals, lowercase, and figures, creating a strong horizontal anchoring that helps maintain an even line. Curved letters retain smooth bowls while keeping terminals and joins crisp, contributing to a disciplined, print-oriented feel.