Slab Unbracketed Suman 13 is a very light, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book typography, editorial, magazines, literary titles, pull quotes, classic, literary, refined, academic, elegant, editorial emphasis, classic tone, structured italic, refined readability, crisp, calligraphic, upright italic, highly slanted, open counters.
A sharply slanted italic slab serif with crisp, square-ended serifs and clean joins that keep the silhouettes firm despite the pronounced slant. Strokes show clear thick–thin modulation with smooth curves and tapered terminals, producing a lively rhythm in both capitals and lowercase. Proportions are moderately narrow with generous sidebearings, and the lowercase maintains an even, readable x-height while ascenders rise prominently for an airy texture. Numerals follow the same italic stress and light, refined construction, with open shapes and minimal ornamentation.
This face performs best in editorial settings where an italic with strong structure is needed—book typography, magazine features, and refined pull quotes. It can also work for literary titling and packaging copy where a classic, cultured tone is desired, especially at medium sizes and above.
The overall tone is bookish and cultivated, with a poised, slightly formal italic voice that feels suited to traditional publishing and editorial typography. The crisp slab serifs add a hint of authority, while the flowing italic motion lends elegance and momentum.
The design appears intended to pair the stability of slab serifs with an energetic italic stance, offering a distinctive voice for emphasis within text while remaining disciplined and readable. It aims for a traditional, print-oriented elegance with crisp details and consistent rhythm.
Capitals read as stately and slightly calligraphic, while the lowercase carries the main personality through its continuous slant and smooth, controlled curves. In text, the color stays light and open, favoring clarity and sophistication over dense impact.