Slab Square Ugnom 7 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
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A right-leaning italic slab serif with crisp, dark strokes and clearly emphasized serifs that read as sturdy and well-defined. The letterforms show moderate contrast with sharper joins and a slightly calligraphic construction, giving curves and diagonals a lively rhythm without becoming overly expressive. Serifs appear firm and mostly squared-off, often with subtle bracketing into the stems, and terminals stay clean and decisive. Proportions feel balanced rather than condensed or extended, with a conventional x-height and comfortable counters that keep text shapes distinct.
This font works well for editorial typography such as magazine features, book interiors, and scholarly or cultural publications where an italic voice is needed. It also suits pull quotes, deck lines, and mid-sized headlines that benefit from the combination of classic italic rhythm and sturdy slab-serifs.
The overall tone is literary and established, suggesting traditional publishing and academic credibility with a hint of motion from the italic slant. It feels serious and composed rather than playful, suited to settings where a classic voice and a confident typographic presence are desired.
The design appears intended to blend traditional italic motion with a more robust, structured serif treatment, producing an italic that can carry emphasis while remaining stable and readable. It aims for a timeless, publication-oriented character with enough weight in the serifs to hold its own in print and on screen.
The italic forms maintain clear differentiation between similar shapes (notably in the numerals and the lowercase), while the heavier serifs add a grounded baseline and strong word silhouettes. Spacing and stroke endings look designed for continuous reading, with enough sharpness to stay crisp at display sizes.