Slab Square Sulov 7 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kate Slab Pro Expanded' by Monday Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, quotations, packaging, classic, scholarly, formal, assertive, text emphasis, editorial tone, classic authority, robust clarity, slab serifs, bracketed, wedge joins, open counters, crisp finish.
A slanted serif design with sturdy slab serifs and a confident, print-oriented build. Stems and serifs read as firm and rectangular, with subtle bracketing and wedge-like joins that soften the transitions without losing structure. Proportions lean generously wide, with open counters and a steady, legible rhythm in text. The numerals follow the same robust, slightly calligraphic slant, keeping a consistent weight and clear silhouettes.
This face suits editorial typography where an italic needs to carry substantial weight and presence—magazine features, pull quotes, and expressive subheads. It can also work in book contexts for emphasis and titling, and in packaging or labels where a classic, confident italic with slab serifs adds character while remaining readable.
The overall tone feels editorial and traditional, with a composed, authoritative voice. Its italic energy adds motion and emphasis, while the slab construction keeps the texture grounded and deliberate, suggesting bookish seriousness rather than casual handwriting.
The design appears intended to deliver an italic with strong typographic authority: a traditional, text-friendly structure reinforced by slab serifs for firmness and recognizability. It aims to provide emphasis that is energetic and expressive while still feeling anchored in classic printing conventions.
In continuous text the italics form a cohesive texture: the slant is noticeable but not extreme, and spacing stays even enough to avoid a jittery look. The design balances sharp, squared-off endings with gently eased connections, giving it a sturdy but not harsh impression at display and paragraph sizes.