Slab Square Uglim 3 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book italics, editorial text, magazines, quotations, captions, literary, editorial, classic, scholarly, formal, text emphasis, readability, editorial tone, print tradition, bracketed serifs, calligraphic italic, warm, crisp, bookish.
A serif italic with sturdy, slab-influenced feet and a steady, low-contrast stroke pattern. The letterforms show a consistent rightward slant, gently rounded joins, and mostly flat, squared terminals that keep the texture crisp and anchored. Counters are open and proportions feel traditionally bookish, with compact curves and a measured rhythm across lines. Numerals match the text color well, with clear shapes and firm bases that read evenly in running copy.
Well-suited for book and long-form editorial settings where an italic is needed for emphasis, quotations, and citations without losing readability. It should also perform reliably in magazine text, captions, and pull-quote styling where a firm, structured italic texture is desirable.
The overall tone is refined and literary, suggesting editorial seriousness rather than display exuberance. Its italic voice feels purposeful and composed—more like a classical book italic used for emphasis than a flamboyant script—bringing a calm, authoritative cadence to text.
This design appears intended to provide a practical, legible italic companion with a classic print sensibility, combining traditional italic construction with sturdier serif treatment to keep emphasis text steady and readable.
In the sample text, the face maintains a stable horizontal flow and consistent word color, aided by the robust serifs and restrained contrast. The slab-like detailing adds a subtle sturdiness that helps the italic remain legible and grounded at paragraph sizes.