Slab Square Udmak 3 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Multiple' by Latinotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book typography, magazines, editorial design, quotations, subheads, editorial, literary, classic, scholarly, formal, text emphasis, editorial utility, readable italic, traditional tone, slab serifs, bracketed serifs, oblique stress, calligraphic, transitional.
A right-leaning slab serif with sturdy, mostly flat-ended serifs and a controlled, low-contrast stroke structure. The italic forms show a smooth, steady slant with gently rounded joins and a subtly calligraphic rhythm, while counters stay fairly open for readability. Proportions feel balanced with a moderate x-height, compact apertures, and slightly varied character widths that create a natural, text-oriented texture. Numerals are italicized to match, with clear, traditional shapes and stable baselines.
Well suited for editorial typography such as magazines, books, and reports, especially where italic is used extensively for emphasis, citations, or captions. It can also serve effectively in subheads and pull quotes, providing a distinctive italic color without sacrificing legibility.
The overall tone is bookish and editorial, pairing a traditional serif voice with a confident italic energy. It reads as thoughtful and established rather than decorative, lending a composed, authoritative character to lines of text.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable italic slab-serif voice for text-heavy settings, combining firm serifs with a measured slant to keep emphasis readable and refined. Its proportions and consistent detailing suggest a focus on durable, print-friendly typography and clear hierarchy in editorial layouts.
The serif treatment is robust and consistent, giving the italic a grounded feel compared to more delicate oldstyle italics. The slant and spacing produce a lively, continuous rhythm that supports long-form reading while still providing emphasis in headlines and pull quotes.