Slab Square Wolis 1 is a light, very narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
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A condensed italic slab-serif with tall proportions and a taut vertical rhythm. Strokes stay relatively even, with subtle modulation and crisp transitions into wedge-like, squared-off slab serifs that read firm without becoming heavy. Curves are narrow and upright, counters are tight, and the overall texture is airy yet disciplined; the figures and capitals maintain the same elongated, columnar stance for a consistent color in lines of text.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, and short blocks of text where a narrow measure and strong verticality are desirable. It can work well for book and magazine design, posters, packaging, and logo wordmarks that benefit from an elegant italic slab-serif voice and a compact footprint.
The font conveys a refined, slightly theatrical tone—classic and editorial, with a hint of vintage display flavor. Its narrow italic stance adds urgency and sophistication, balancing elegance with a confident, sign-like presence.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-efficient, high-impact italic slab-serif for display typography. It prioritizes tall proportions, consistent rhythm, and crisp serif shaping to create an elegant but assertive texture that holds together in titles and branding.
The italic construction is pronounced but controlled, producing strong diagonal energy in letters like A, N, V, W, and the slanted bowls in B, D, P, and R. Ascenders and capitals feel notably tall, while the lowercase appears comparatively compact, reinforcing a high-waisted look in text. Numerals follow the same condensed, upright rhythm and remain clear at display sizes.