Slab Square Ugmol 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Chaparral' by Adobe (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial design, book typography, magazines, pull quotes, branding, editorial, classic, bookish, formal, literary, italic emphasis, print readability, classic voice, editorial tone, slab serif, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, oblique stress, oldstyle figures.
This is an italic slab serif with sturdy, block-like serifs and a smooth, moderately contrasted stroke. The letterforms show a consistent rightward slant with subtly calligraphic modulation, giving curved strokes a gentle oblique stress. Serifs are prominent and generally squared off, often with slight bracketing that softens joins into stems. Proportions are balanced and traditional, with a steady rhythm in text; lowercase forms include a two-storey “g” and an italic single-storey “a,” while numerals read as oldstyle figures with ascenders and descenders.
It suits editorial typography such as magazines, book interiors, and essays where an italic with strong structure is needed. The sturdy serifs and steady texture also work well for pull quotes, headings with emphasis, and brand applications that want a classic, print-forward voice.
The overall tone feels literary and editorial—refined and traditional rather than loud or decorative. Its italic energy adds motion and emphasis while the slab serifs keep the voice grounded and authoritative, suggesting a classic print sensibility.
The design appears intended to pair the emphasis and flow of an italic with the stability of a slab serif, producing a readable, traditional style for continuous text and refined display. It emphasizes a classic typographic palette—strong serifs, measured contrast, and familiar proportions—to convey credibility and sophistication.
In the sample text, the font holds together well across long lines, with clear word shapes and a calm texture. The italic forms maintain generous openness in counters, and the heavier serif presence gives punctuation and capitals a confident, print-like presence.