Slab Contrasted Kogup 4 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, reports, classic, scholarly, bookish, trustworthy, readability, editorial tone, traditional utility, text consistency, slab serif, bracketed, sturdy, crisp, moderate contrast.
A sturdy slab-serif design with clearly bracketed serifs and moderately contrasted strokes that stay calm and even in text. Curves are round and controlled, terminals are clean, and the overall construction feels traditional rather than geometric. Proportions lean toward balanced, text-friendly forms with a steady rhythm, while spacing and sidebearings read open enough to keep paragraphs clear. Numerals are straightforward and sturdy, matching the same slab-serif logic for a cohesive color on the page.
Works well for body copy in print and digital reading contexts, including books, long-form articles, and editorial layouts. It can also support headings and subheads where a traditional, authoritative slab-serif voice is desired without sacrificing legibility.
The tone is classic and bookish, conveying authority without feeling heavy or ornate. It suggests an editorial, academic voice—measured, dependable, and familiar—suited to content that benefits from clarity and credibility.
The design appears intended as a practical, readable slab serif that combines sturdy structure with comfortable text rhythm. Its balanced proportions and controlled contrast prioritize sustained reading while preserving a traditional, institutional character.
In the sample text, the slab serifs and restrained contrast help maintain a consistent texture across lines, with punctuation and apostrophes reading distinctly. The design’s bracketed serifs soften the otherwise firm, structural feel, giving it a comfortable, readable presence in extended copy.