Slab Square Udlij 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Kievit Slab' by FontFont (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, brand voice, pull quotes, classic, bookish, warm, formal, italic companion, text emphasis, heritage tone, sturdy clarity, slab serif, bracketed serifs, italic, oblique stress, rounded joins.
A slanted slab-serif with sturdy, bracketed serifs and a smooth, low-contrast stroke model. The letterforms show a traditional italic construction with gently curved entry/exit strokes, teardrop-like terminals in places, and a subtle calligraphic flow despite the overall robust slabs. Proportions feel balanced and readable, with moderate apertures and rounded counters; the lowercase includes a single-storey a and g, and the numerals are clear and evenly weighted for text use.
This style works well for editorial typography—magazine features, essays, and book interiors—especially where an italic voice is needed for emphasis, quotes, or subheads. The sturdy slabs and even color also support branding and packaging that aims for a classic, trustworthy tone.
The font reads as classic and literary, combining an editorial seriousness with a slightly personable, handwritten-italic warmth. Its strong serifs add authority while the steady rhythm and soft curvature keep it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended to provide an italic with strong typographic presence: a readable, traditional text rhythm paired with robust slab serifs for firmness and continuity in print-oriented layouts.
Spacing appears comfortable in continuous text, and the slant is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, producing a cohesive texture. The italic angle and slab presence make it well-suited to emphasis and titling while still maintaining text-like clarity.