Slab Square Ukvi 6 is a light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
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This typeface is an italic slab serif with crisp, squared serifs and subtly bracketed joins that give the strokes a chiseled, constructed feel. The design shows a gentle calligraphic influence: curves are smooth and open, joins are clean, and terminals often end in flat, slab-like cuts rather than tapered finishes. Proportions are fairly traditional, with moderate ascenders and descenders and a steady rhythm in text, while capitals maintain dignified, classical forms and slightly generous spacing. Numerals share the same italic stance and serif treatment, reading clearly with open bowls and consistent endings.
It suits editorial and publishing contexts where an italic with strong serif presence is needed—book and magazine typography, introductions, sidebars, and pull quotes. The firm slabs and clear shapes also make it a good option for refined headings, captions, and brand applications that want a classic, scholarly feel without excessive ornament.
The overall tone is editorial and literary, leaning toward a bookish, traditional voice rather than a purely modern one. Its italic slant and slab-seriffed structure create a sense of emphasis and cultivated formality, suitable for refined, text-forward typography.
The design appears intended to merge traditional italic readability with the sturdiness and clarity of slab serifs. It emphasizes a composed text rhythm and authoritative tone, providing an italic voice that can carry both continuous reading and highlighted emphasis.
In running text the face maintains a calm, even color, with distinct letterforms that stay legible despite the italic angle. The slab serifs add firmness and stability, while the mild curvature in stems and bowls keeps the texture from feeling mechanical.