Slab Square Ugkew 1 is a regular weight, very wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book italics, editorial design, magazines, literary titles, pull quotes, literary, editorial, academic, classic, calm, text emphasis, editorial clarity, classic readability, structured warmth, slab serif, bracketed serifs, oblique stress, open apertures, rounded forms.
A slanted slab-serif with broad proportions and steady, low-contrast strokes. Serifs are sturdy and mostly rectangular, often lightly bracketed into the stems, giving a firm baseline presence without feeling heavy. Counters are open and round, terminals are clean and controlled, and the overall rhythm is even, with clear separation between characters and a slightly calligraphic, oblique flow typical of italic forms.
Works well for editorial typography where an italic with strong structure is needed—book italics, magazine features, pull quotes, and refined captions. The wide set and sturdy serifs can also support tasteful titling in print layouts where a classic, readable italic voice is desired.
The tone reads traditional and bookish, with a composed, authoritative voice. Its wide stance and slab structure add a practical, no-nonsense feel, while the italic slant introduces a measured elegance suited to long-form reading and emphasis.
Likely designed to deliver an italic slab-serif that balances traditional readability with a confident, structured footprint. The goal appears to be a dependable text companion with clear emphasis and a distinctly editorial character, rather than a decorative display italic.
Figures appear oldstyle-leaning in spirit, with generous curves and a smooth, text-friendly cadence. The italic construction stays legible at paragraph scale, and the strong serifs help maintain clarity across lines while keeping the texture relatively light.