Slab Square Ugbak 14 is a light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, pull quotes, literary branding, literary, classic, polished, measured, readable italic, editorial voice, classic authority, text texture, slab serif, bracketed serifs, oldstyle, calligraphic slant, open counters.
An italic slab-serif with sturdy, bracketed serifs and a gently modulated, low-contrast stroke. The slant is consistent and smooth, with slightly tapered joins and softened corners that keep the forms from feeling rigid. Capitals are broad and steady, while lowercase shows a traditional, bookish construction with open bowls and clear apertures; the overall rhythm is even and readable in continuous text. Figures follow the same italic cadence and sit comfortably alongside the letters, with rounded forms (0, 8, 9) and stable bases.
Well suited to editorial typography such as magazines, books, essays, and long-form articles where an italic voice is needed without sacrificing stability. It also works effectively for pull quotes, leads, and refined branding applications that want a classic, print-forward feel.
The tone reads cultured and editorial—more literary than technical—pairing a calm authority with an expressive italic flow. Its slab structure adds confidence and presence, while the gentle curves and restrained contrast keep it approachable and suited to long-form reading.
The design appears intended to deliver a readable, traditionally informed italic with slab-serif authority—balancing expressive movement with a dependable text texture. It aims to provide a distinctive italic color for editorial systems while keeping forms familiar and comfortable for sustained reading.
In text, the italic angle and slab serifs create a recognizable texture that stands up well at display sizes while remaining coherent for paragraphs. The letterforms feel intentionally traditional rather than geometric, emphasizing clarity and narrative warmth over sharp, modern precision.