Slab Square Alfe 4 is a light, very wide, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book text, headlines, institutional, classic, academic, measured, authoritative, legibility, editorial workhorse, stable tone, clear texture, bracketed serifs, open counters, generous spacing, horizontal stress, sturdy.
A restrained slab-serif with broad proportions, open apertures, and a calm, even rhythm. Strokes remain largely uniform, with slab serifs that read as square-ended and slightly bracketed in places, giving edges a firm, architectural feel without becoming heavy. Capitals are wide and steady, round letters are generously oval, and the lowercase shows a tall x-height with simple, well-separated forms. Overall spacing is comfortable and consistent, supporting clear word shapes in continuous text.
It suits editorial typography where a dependable slab-serif voice is needed—magazine features, essays, and book typography at comfortable sizes. The broad capitals and firm serifs also make it effective for section heads, pull quotes, and institutional communication where stability and clarity are priorities.
The tone is composed and formal, balancing a traditional bookish presence with a straightforward, utilitarian clarity. Its broad stance and sturdy slabs lend an institutional, trustworthy voice that feels at home in editorial and reference contexts rather than playful or expressive display.
The design appears intended to deliver a practical slab-serif for text and titling, emphasizing legibility and a steady, authoritative texture. Its wide proportions and controlled details suggest a focus on readability and consistency across mixed-case paragraphs and numerals.
In running text the font maintains a smooth texture with little sparkle, helped by open counters and uncomplicated joins. Numerals follow the same broad, steady construction, reading cleanly alongside the letters and reinforcing a consistent, workmanlike character.