Slab Square Udlal 11 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cyntho Next Slab' by Mint Type, 'Sharp Slab' by Monotype, 'Barnic Slab' by Peninsula Studioz, and 'Haboro Slab' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, sports branding, editorial, confident, retro, collegiate, technical, impact, authority, motion, clarity, slab serif, oblique, sturdy, compact serifs, bracketed slabs.
A sturdy oblique slab serif with broad proportions and a steady, low-contrast stroke. The serifs are bold and blocky with subtle bracketing, giving stems and horizontals a grounded, engineered feel. Curves are generous and smooth, while joins stay crisp, producing a clean rhythm that holds up in both caps and lowercase. Figures are similarly robust and open, matching the font’s strong horizontal emphasis and consistent spacing.
Well-suited for headlines, subheads, and display settings where a strong, slanted slab serif can add impact and momentum. It can also support branding and packaging that want a durable, crafted feel, and works effectively in editorial layouts for pull quotes or section titles.
The overall tone is confident and slightly retro, combining an editorial seriousness with a sporty, collegiate energy. Its slanted stance adds motion and urgency without becoming informal, while the heavy slabs keep the voice authoritative and dependable.
The design appears intended to deliver a solid, square-shouldered slab serif voice with added forward motion from the oblique angle. It prioritizes sturdy structure, clear letter shapes, and a bold serif presence for attention-grabbing typography.
The italic angle reads as a true oblique construction rather than a cursive script, maintaining clear, print-like letterforms. The heavier serifs and wide stance create a strong silhouette that remains legible at larger sizes and lends a bold presence to short lines of text.