Slab Square Subab 15 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP, 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'FF Kievit Slab' by FontFont, 'CamingoSlab' by Jan Fromm, and 'TheSerif' by LucasFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book design, headlines, pull quotes, packaging, vintage, scholarly, assertive, warm, emphasis, readability, heritage, authority, display impact, slab serif, bracketed serifs, ink-trap hints, diagonal stress, open counters.
An italic slab serif with sturdy, blocky serifs and a forward-leaning posture. Strokes are relatively even with only modest modulation, giving the forms a solid, poster-friendly presence while maintaining readable text rhythm. Serifs appear broad and mostly squared, with subtle bracketing and softened joins that keep the texture from feeling mechanical. Letterforms show generous curves and open counters, and the numerals match the same robust, slightly condensed-yet-steadfast color on the page.
Well suited for editorial typography where italic needs to carry emphasis with weight and presence—pull quotes, subheads, and standout phrases. It can also work effectively in book or magazine settings for display italic roles, as well as branding and packaging that benefit from a classic, sturdy serif voice.
The overall tone feels editorial and traditionally grounded, like a classic print italic used to add emphasis without becoming delicate. Its sturdy slabs and confident slant lend a slightly old-school, collegiate character, suggesting authority and craft rather than sleek modernity.
The design appears intended to combine the emphasis and momentum of an italic with the dependable structure of slab serifs, creating a strong, readable texture that holds up in both display lines and emphasized passages.
In running text the face produces a dark, consistent typographic color, with the italic angle doing most of the expressive work. The slab terminals help maintain clarity at larger sizes and headings, while the rounded interior shapes keep it approachable.