Slab Square Pely 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype and 'Paul Slab' and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, branding, posters, sturdy, traditional, no-nonsense, institutional, readability, authority, print utility, classic tone, durability, bracketed slabs, strong serifs, moderate stress, open apertures, firm rhythm.
A sturdy slab-serif with prominent, mostly squared serifs and gently bracketed joins. Strokes are fairly even with low contrast, producing a solid, print-forward texture. The proportions feel moderate and readable, with clear counters and a steady rhythm across text; curves are smoothly rounded while terminals remain firm and blocky. Numerals are weighty and straightforward, matching the letters with broad forms and stable verticals.
Well-suited to editorial settings where a firm, legible slab-serif voice is desired, including magazines, newspapers, and book typography. It can also carry short headlines and display sizes effectively thanks to its strong serifs and sturdy letterforms, making it useful for branding, packaging, and poster work that needs an established, trustworthy feel.
The overall tone is dependable and traditional, with an editorial seriousness that reads confident rather than decorative. Its bold slab presence suggests practicality and authority, evoking classic book and newspaper typography.
Likely designed to deliver a robust, highly readable slab-serif suitable for continuous reading while retaining enough weight and presence to perform in titles. The emphasis appears to be on clarity, stability, and a classic print-oriented texture.
Uppercase forms are broad and assertive, while lowercase maintains a comfortable, workmanlike texture with clear differentiation between similar shapes. The serifs and sturdy joins create strong horizontal anchoring, helping lines of text feel stable and grounded.