Slab Square Uddid 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, magazines, editorial, longform, branding, bookish, classic, measured, formal, text clarity, editorial tone, classic italic, print authority, steady rhythm, slab serif, bracketed serifs, oblique stress, open counters, calligraphic.
A slanted slab-serif with sturdy, bracketed serifs and mostly square-ended terminals, giving the letterforms a grounded, print-oriented feel. Strokes read as relatively even in weight with gentle modulation, and the italic construction is clearly drawn rather than mechanically skewed, with softened joins and a flowing baseline rhythm. Proportions feel moderate with open apertures and comfortably sized counters; the lowercase shows a traditional italic texture (single-storey forms and a calm, steady x-height) that stays legible at text sizes. Overall spacing and sidebearings appear balanced, creating an even, continuous color in paragraph settings.
This style performs well for extended reading in books, magazines, and other longform editorial layouts where an italic slab-serif can add both stability and character. It’s also a strong choice for headlines, pull quotes, and brand systems that want a classic, authoritative voice with a slightly expressive italic texture.
The tone is distinctly editorial and literary—confident and traditional, with a slightly old-style warmth from the true italic shapes. It conveys seriousness and credibility without feeling rigid, making it well suited to contexts where a composed, classical voice is needed.
The design appears intended to blend the firmness and clarity of slab serifs with a true, text-oriented italic, producing a dependable reading face that still carries personality. It aims for consistent rhythm and legibility while offering a distinctive, traditional editorial tone.
Numerals are clear and sturdy, matching the serifed construction and maintaining the same forward-leaning stance for consistency. Uppercase forms keep a strong silhouette, while the lowercase italic introduces a smooth, readable cadence that holds together well in longer lines.