Slab Square Alpy 2 is a regular weight, very wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Slab' by Artegra (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book design, magazines, essays, headlines, literary, classic, scholarly, formal, readable italic, editorial tone, text emphasis, classic solidity, robust clarity, bracketed serifs, oblique stress, calligraphic, open apertures, generous spacing.
A wide, right-leaning slab serif with sturdy, square-ended serifs and low stroke contrast. The letters show smooth, slightly calligraphic joins and subtly bracketed slabs that keep the rhythm even across text. Counters are open and round, with broad proportions and a calm, steady baseline presence; curves like C, G, and S stay spacious, while straight-sided forms keep a composed, typographic texture. Numerals follow the same oblique, wide stance, with clear shapes and stable weight distribution.
Well suited to editorial typography where an italic needs to carry extended reading—introductions, pull quotes, sidebars, and emphasized passages—without becoming delicate. The wide proportions and slab serifs also make it effective for magazine-style headlines and subheads where a distinctive, literary tone is desired.
The overall tone is bookish and editorial, combining a traditional italic voice with a solid, pragmatic slab foundation. It feels confident and measured rather than flashy, suggesting published prose, criticism, or institutional communication with a touch of classic refinement.
Likely designed to deliver a readable, text-capable italic that retains the firmness and structure of a slab serif family. The emphasis appears to be on open shapes, steady stroke weight, and broad proportions that keep the font clear and composed in continuous copy.
The italic construction reads as an oblique text style rather than a cursive script: forms remain typographic and open, prioritizing legibility. The wide set and prominent slabs give headings extra breadth and presence while maintaining a consistent, low-contrast color in paragraphs.