Slab Square Ugboz 3 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, pull quotes, academic, literary, classic, scholarly, refined, readable italic, editorial voice, classic emphasis, robust clarity, slab serif, bracketed serifs, calligraphic slant, open counters, bookish.
A slanted slab-serif design with sturdy, squared serifs and gently rounded joins that keep the overall texture smooth rather than rigid. Strokes stay fairly even, with only subtle modulation, while the italic construction introduces tapered entry/exit forms and a consistent rightward lean. Proportions are moderately compact with open counters and clear apertures, and the lowercase shows a lively, slightly varying rhythm that reads comfortably in continuous text. Numerals and capitals are robust and stable, pairing strong serifs with softened curves to maintain an even, text-forward color.
Well suited to editorial typography such as magazines, essays, and book interiors where an italic with strong footing is needed for emphasis, introductions, or quoted material. The sturdy serifs and even color also make it effective for headings, subheads, and pull quotes that should feel traditional yet energetic.
The tone feels literary and editorial—confident and traditional, yet not overly formal. Its italic energy and slab foundations suggest a voice that is cultured and authoritative, suitable for writing that aims to feel established and trustworthy.
The design appears intended to merge the dependable structure of a slab serif with the expressive movement of an italic, producing a readable, text-oriented style that still carries personality. It emphasizes clarity and continuity in paragraphs while offering a distinctive, classic voice for editorial use.
Serifs present as solid feet and caps that help anchor lines, while the italic forms preserve legibility through generous inner spaces and restrained stroke flare. Overall spacing and shapes create a calm, bookish cadence that supports longer passages without looking mechanical.