Slab Square Suben 7 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Modum' by The Northern Block and 'Kheops' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, headlines, branding, vintage, confident, lively, scholarly, readability, editorial tone, classic feel, strong emphasis, print voice, bracketed, ball terminals, calligraphic, robust, readable.
This typeface is a slanted slab-serif with sturdy, squared serifs and a moderate, even contrast between thick and thin strokes. The italic construction shows a clear forward lean and a slightly calligraphic rhythm, with curved joins and softened, often bracketed transitions into the serifs. Proportions feel on the wide side with generous counters, giving letters an open, legible texture. Details like the single-storey “a,” the looped “g,” and ball-like terminals on letters such as “f” and “j” add personality while keeping the overall forms cohesive and robust.
It works well for editorial layouts, book or long-form typography, and magazine text where a sturdy italic with clear structure is needed. The strong slabs and open shapes also make it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and branding that wants a classic, print-forward character.
The overall tone reads as editorial and slightly old-style, pairing authority with warmth. Its energetic slant and pronounced serifs evoke classic publishing and book typography, while the rounded details keep it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended to deliver an italic slab-serif that balances traditional, bookish cues with sturdy modern clarity. Its wide set, open counters, and consistent serif treatment suggest a focus on readable, confident typography for publishing and display use.
In text, the face produces a dark, steady color with clear word shapes and a strong baseline presence. Numerals follow the same slanted, serifed logic and feel well matched to the letters, suitable for mixed text and display settings where a traditional, confident voice is desired.