Slab Square Udmap 5 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book text, pull quotes, packaging, literary, classic, confident, formal, readable italic, editorial tone, classic authority, print texture, slab serif, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, angled stress, open counters.
An italic slab serif with sturdy, squared serifs and a gently calligraphic construction. Strokes show minimal contrast and a consistent, even color, while the italic angle creates a smooth forward rhythm across words. Serifs read as bold and supportive—often slightly bracketed into the stems—giving letters a grounded, print-like presence. Proportions feel traditional with a moderate x-height, open interior spaces, and clearly differentiated forms in both capitals and lowercase; numerals are similarly steady and text-oriented.
Well-suited to editorial typography where an italic voice is needed without sacrificing structure—such as magazine features, book interiors, introductions, and extended quotations. The robust slabs also make it effective for packaging copy and brand messaging that wants a classic, print-forward feel with clear texture.
The overall tone is bookish and editorial, blending classical italic elegance with the firmness of slab serifs. It feels confident and composed rather than flashy, with a slightly old-style, literary character suited to refined reading environments.
The design appears intended to deliver a readable italic with strong typographic presence, pairing traditional serif proportions with reinforced slab serifs to maintain clarity and a consistent text color. It aims to function as a distinctive emphasis style or primary text face where a more expressive, literary italic tone is desired.
In the sample text, the slanted rhythm remains stable at paragraph scale, and the slabs help keep letterforms crisp and anchored even as the italic introduces motion. The design balances softness in curves with squarer serif terminations, producing a distinctive mix of warmth and authority.