Slab Contrasted Korom 10 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book typography, magazines, editorial design, pull quotes, branding, editorial, bookish, classic, warm, scholarly, readable italic, editorial voice, classic authority, text texture, slab serif, bracketed, calligraphic, ink-trap hints, oldstyle figures.
This italic slab-serif design combines sturdy, bracketed serifs with gently modulated strokes and a lively, calligraphic rhythm. The letterforms lean smoothly with rounded joins and soft terminals, giving the texture a flowing, continuous feel while keeping clear, structured silhouettes. Serifs are prominent yet not harsh, and the overall drawing favors slightly organic curves over rigid geometry; counters are open, and spacing reads even in text. The numerals appear oldstyle with varying heights and a more handwritten cadence than lining figures, reinforcing the text-oriented personality.
It works well for extended reading in books and editorial layouts where an italic voice is needed without losing structure. The sturdy serifs and consistent texture also suit magazine features, pull quotes, and identity systems that want a classic, writerly tone with solid presence.
The font conveys a literary, editorial tone—confident and traditional, but not stiff. Its italic motion and robust slabs suggest authority with warmth, evoking books, essays, and cultured branding rather than overtly modern minimalism.
The design appears intended to provide an italic with genuine cursive energy while retaining the stability and emphasis of slab serifs. It aims for comfortable readability in text settings, pairing traditional proportions with a more expressive, ink-like movement.
In the text sample, the italic slant and slab serifs create a strong horizontal rhythm that stays legible at paragraph sizes. The mix of pronounced serifs and smooth, rounded stroke transitions gives it a slightly vintage, print-like color suitable for long-form reading.