Slab Square Ugbeb 2 is a light, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
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A slanted serif design with crisp, slab-like serifs and predominantly flat, squared terminals. Strokes stay fairly even in thickness, with only modest modulation, giving the letterforms a clean, steady rhythm. Capitals are open and classical in construction, while the lowercase shows compact, readable forms with bracketed joins and a gently calligraphic italic flow. Numerals are clear and straightforward, with simple curves and firm horizontal footing.
This font suits editorial layouts, books, and magazine typography where an italic serif is needed for sustained reading and elegant emphasis. It also works well for pull quotes, packaging copy, and brand systems that want a refined serif voice with crisp, squared finishing.
The overall tone feels editorial and literate—polished without being flashy. Its italic angle adds motion and emphasis, while the sturdy serifs keep it grounded and composed, lending a quietly traditional, print-oriented character.
The design appears intended to provide an italic serif with a stable, slab-influenced structure—balancing a classical text feel with firmer, more geometric terminals for clarity and presence.
Counters are generous and apertures remain open, helping the face stay legible despite its slant. The combination of wide proportions and slab-like detailing gives it a slightly contemporary sharpness on top of a familiar serif foundation.