Slab Square Abdaz 1 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mirantz' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, editorial, book design, magazines, newspapers, bookish, trustworthy, traditional, formal, readability, editorial utility, classic tone, baseline stability, bracketed serifs, robust serifs, vertical stress, open counters, classic proportions.
A sober slab serif with sturdy, bracketed serifs and largely even stroke weight. Forms are built on classic proportions with moderate x-height, open counters, and clear, slightly rounded joins that keep the texture smooth in paragraph settings. Capitals feel tall and dignified with restrained modulation, while the lowercase maintains steady rhythm and recognizable, conventional shapes; numerals are upright and straightforward with strong baseline presence.
Well suited to long-form reading in books, magazines, and editorial layouts where a steady rhythm and reliable letterforms are priorities. It can also serve headings and pull quotes when you want a classic slab-serif voice that stays composed rather than flashy.
The overall tone reads literary and institutional—calm, assured, and familiar—evoking traditional publishing and editorial typography. Its solid slabs add a subtle sense of authority and permanence without becoming overly decorative.
The design appears aimed at dependable, general-purpose typography with a traditional slab-serif backbone—prioritizing clarity, consistency, and a familiar literary tone for text-heavy settings.
In the text sample, the font holds a consistent color across lines and punctuation, with serifs helping guide the eye along the baseline. The shapes remain crisp at display sizes and retain a composed, readable texture suitable for continuous reading.