Slab Square Ugmav 10 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Tabac Slab' by Suitcase Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial text, book typography, magazines, pull quotes, captions, editorial, classic, scholarly, literary, refined, readable italic, editorial voice, traditional tone, text emphasis, slab serif, bracketed serifs, calligraphic italic, oldstyle figures, bookish.
An italic slab-serif with sturdy, squared serifs and gently rounded joins that keep the texture smooth and even. The letterforms show a clear rightward slant and a calligraphic rhythm, with modest stroke modulation and slightly tapered curves that prevent the slabs from feeling overly rigid. Proportions read traditional and text-oriented, with open counters and a steady baseline; the spacing looks comfortable in running text. Numerals appear oldstyle, with varied heights and subtle curves that harmonize with the italic flow.
Well-suited to long-form reading environments such as books and magazines, especially where an italic voice is needed for emphasis, quotations, or introductions. It also works for captions and subheads where a classic, text-first slab-serif presence is desired without excessive contrast.
The overall tone is editorial and literary—confident and traditional without feeling heavy. Its italic character adds a sense of motion and emphasis, suggesting quotes, leads, and narrative voice rather than flashy display.
The design appears intended to combine the dependable structure of a slab serif with a traditional italic’s written rhythm, yielding an emphasis style that remains highly readable in continuous text. The oldstyle figures and restrained detailing reinforce a classic, publication-oriented palette.
Serifs are prominent enough to anchor lines of text, while the curved strokes and moderate apertures keep paragraphs from looking dark or cramped. The italic angle is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, giving mixed-case settings a cohesive, continuous rhythm.