Slab Square Udnav 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, subheads, editorial, book covers, pull quotes, scholarly, classic, literary, formal, italic emphasis, editorial voice, classic authority, humanist warmth, slab serif, bracketed slabs, calligraphic, oblique, angular.
This italic slab-serif has a pronounced rightward slant, sturdy slab terminals, and gently modulated strokes that stay relatively even in weight. Serifs read as bold, squared-off slabs with slight bracketing, giving the letters a grounded, durable feel despite the italic motion. Counters are open and proportions are fairly traditional, while the lowercase shows a more cursive, handwritten construction with single-storey forms and lively joins. Overall rhythm is energetic and slightly irregular in detail, with angular entries/exits and a consistent forward drive across words and lines.
It works well for headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and other emphasized typography in magazines, books, and editorial layouts where an italic voice is desirable. The sturdy slab terminals and clear forms also suit short passages on covers, posters, and branded statements that need a traditional yet energetic tone.
The tone is classic and editorial, combining a bookish, scholarly presence with a touch of humanistic calligraphy. It feels suited to expressive emphasis—confident and literary rather than neutral—adding a vintage, print-like character to text.
The design appears intended to blend the assertiveness of slab serifs with a calligraphic italic gesture, delivering an expressive companion style for display and emphasis. It aims to feel traditional and print-oriented while maintaining a lively, human touch in the lowercase.
In text, the italic angle and slab serifs create strong word shapes and a distinct texture, with notable emphasis on diagonals and wedge-like transitions. Numerals follow the same italic, slabbed construction and maintain a solid, sign-like clarity at display sizes.