Slab Square Uddom 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book typography, editorial text, magazines, academic writing, pull quotes, editorial, literary, traditional, scholarly, refined, text italics, firm emphasis, classic readability, editorial voice, bracketless, robust serifs, calligraphic slant, compact joins, soft curves.
A slanted slab-serif design with sturdy, square-cut serifs and gently rounded main strokes. Letterforms show modest modulation with a consistent, even color, and a clear italic construction that introduces lively diagonals and slightly tapered joins. Capitals feel stately and structured, while lowercase forms remain readable with compact counters and a straightforward rhythm. Figures are sturdy and classic, with simple shapes and firm terminals that match the serif treatment.
Well suited to long-form editorial and book typography, especially for italic emphasis within serif text families. It also fits magazine features, essays, and pull quotes where a traditional voice with a bit of motion is desired.
The overall tone is bookish and editorial, balancing traditional seriousness with an energetic italic movement. It reads as familiar and trustworthy, with a slightly assertive voice due to the solid slabs and steady texture.
The design appears intended to provide a reliable, text-friendly italic with slab-serif firmness—combining classic readability with a confident, contemporary sturdiness. It aims to deliver emphasis and hierarchy without sacrificing an even reading texture.
The italic angle is noticeable without becoming overly cursive, keeping forms anchored and legible. Wide, flat serifs and stable verticals help the design maintain presence at text sizes while still feeling appropriate for emphasized passages.