Slab Square Sunid 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Audela' by Fontfabric (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, packaging, sports branding, heritage, confident, dramatic, sporty, emphasis, impact, tradition, readability, bracketed serifs, wedge serifs, forward slant, compact, ink-trap feel.
A slanted serif with sturdy, slab-like feet and pronounced bracketed joins that give the strokes a carved, engraved feel. The overall construction is compact and slightly condensed in many letters, with tight apertures and a crisp rhythm that reads dark on the line. Serifs tend toward flat, squared ends with subtle wedge shaping, while curves are firm and controlled rather than delicate. Lowercase forms are lively and calligraphic in motion, with a single-storey a and g, narrow counters, and a noticeably italicized skeleton that keeps word shapes energetic.
Works especially well for headlines, subheads, and pull quotes where its dense texture and slanted momentum can carry emphasis. It also fits editorial branding, packaging, and identity systems that want a traditional serif voice with added energy. In longer passages it can function for short-form editorial text, especially when used for emphasis, captions, or lead-ins rather than extended body copy.
The tone mixes classic print tradition with a punchy, assertive presence. It feels editorial and slightly old-world, but the strong slant and dense color add speed and drama, making it more dynamic than a purely bookish italic. The result suggests confidence and urgency—suited to messaging that wants to feel established yet active.
The design appears intended to deliver an italic serif with strong, slab-influenced serifs and a compact, high-contrast rhythm that holds up at display sizes. It aims to balance classic serif cues with a more forceful, attention-grabbing stance, providing a distinctive, energetic alternative to softer oldstyle italics.
Capitals are broad-shouldered and formal, while the italic lowercase introduces more movement and personality, creating a clear hierarchy when mixed. Numerals are sturdy and legible with a consistent slant, maintaining the same dark texture as the letters. Overall spacing appears tight, reinforcing a compact, high-impact typographic color.