Slab Square Abmif 13 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, branding, packaging, bookish, classic, scholarly, steady, institutional, readability, editorial tone, classic slab, approachable authority, slab serif, bracketed, rounded corners, ink-trap feel, open apertures.
A sturdy slab-serif with softened, slightly bracketed serifs and gently rounded stroke joins that keep the texture calm and even. Strokes stay relatively consistent, with modest modulation and clear, open counters that hold up well in paragraph settings. Capitals are broad and stately, while lowercase forms are compact and readable, featuring a double-storey “g” and traditional proportions. Terminals are generally flat and squared-off but not harsh, producing a subtly cushioned silhouette across lines of text.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as books, longform articles, and magazines where a stable, readable slab-serif texture is helpful. It can also support identity work—especially for institutions, heritage brands, and packaging—when a classic but approachable voice is needed.
The overall tone is traditional and dependable, with a quiet editorial character that feels academic and well-mannered. Its softened slabs add warmth, avoiding a mechanical feel while still projecting authority and structure. The rhythm reads as composed and literary rather than flashy.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional slab-serif voice with softened details for comfortable, continuous reading and broad usability. It balances authority with warmth, aiming for a familiar, text-first personality that remains distinctive through its cushioned slabs and steady rhythm.
Spacing appears comfortable for continuous reading, giving the sample text an even gray value. Numerals share the same sturdy construction and align well with the text color, making them suitable for mixed alphanumeric content.