Slab Square Udlen 6 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Rogliano' by TipoType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, pull quotes, academic, scholarly, classic, authoritative, literary, readability, text italic, print tone, strong emphasis, classic utility, slab serif, bracketless, wedge serif, angled stress, compact.
A slanted slab-serif with sturdy, square-shouldered serifs and a low-contrast stroke structure. The letterforms lean consistently, with crisp, cut terminals and a slightly calligraphic, angled feel despite the robust slabs. Counters are fairly open and proportions are compact, giving the set a dense, controlled rhythm. Numerals match the text color with similarly firm serifs and straightforward, readable shapes.
Well-suited to long-form editorial typography—book and magazine settings, essays, and academic content—especially where an italic with strong typographic presence is needed. It also works well for pull quotes, intros, and subheads that benefit from a firm, traditional tone without excessive contrast.
The overall tone reads traditional and editorial, like textbook italics or a classic print voice with added firmness. It feels serious and dependable rather than ornamental, projecting clarity and authority with a subtle, vintage warmth.
Likely intended as a text-oriented italic slab serif that balances readability with a decisive, print-classic personality. The design emphasizes steady color, clear silhouettes, and robust serifs to hold up in continuous reading while still providing an energetic slanted cadence.
The italic is not purely cursive; many shapes retain a structured, roman-derived skeleton while using the slant and terminal cuts to create motion. Serifs are prominent enough to anchor lines of text, while the low contrast keeps texture even at smaller sizes.