Slab Square Uddeh 2 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book text, headlines, branding, confident, retro, scholarly, lively, readability, editorial tone, bold emphasis, classic feel, dynamic motion, bracketed, wedge serif, ink-trap hints, diagonal stress, softened corners.
This typeface is a slanted serif with prominent, sturdy slab-like serifs and rounded/bracketed joins that keep the shapes from feeling rigid. Strokes remain fairly even in thickness, with gentle modulation and diagonal stress that reads clearly in curves like O/C and in the numerals. The letterforms are generously proportioned with open counters and a steady, horizontal rhythm; the italic angle is consistent and driven by true drawn forms rather than a simple skew. Terminals and serifs often end in flat, squared shapes, while internal curves are subtly softened, producing a practical, print-friendly texture.
It suits editorial typography such as magazines, book interiors, and essays where an italic serif with strong presence can carry sustained reading. The robust serifs and energetic slant also work well for headlines, pull quotes, and brand copy that needs a confident, slightly traditional voice.
The overall tone feels editorial and assured—serious enough for long-form reading, but with a lively slant that adds motion and personality. It suggests a classic publishing voice with a faint retro flavor, balancing authority with approachability.
The design appears intended to deliver an italic serif with the solidity of slab-like serifs, combining dependable readability with a more expressive, forward-leaning stance. Its proportions and even texture suggest a focus on practical typesetting while still offering a distinctive, characterful silhouette.
In text settings, the font builds a dark, even color without looking cramped, helped by open apertures and clear differentiation in key shapes (notably in the lowercase and numerals). The italic construction and sturdy serifs make emphasis feel substantial rather than delicate, and the design maintains clarity at both display and paragraph sizes in the provided samples.