Slab Square Otwy 6 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, reports, bookish, trustworthy, traditional, measured, readability, editorial utility, classic tone, sturdy presence, slab serif, bracketed slabs, crisp, stately, texty.
A structured slab-serif with clear, fairly compact proportions and a steady vertical stress. Serifs read as blocky and confident, with mild bracketing that softens joins while keeping the overall silhouette crisp. Strokes show noticeable but controlled contrast, producing clean counters and a calm, even color in text. Curves are smooth and restrained, and terminals tend to finish in squared, decisive endings that reinforce a sturdy, workmanlike rhythm.
Well-suited to body copy where a stable serif texture and clear word shapes help sustained reading, such as books, magazines, and reports. It also performs nicely for headings and subheads in editorial layouts, where its slab presence can add emphasis without becoming ornate.
The overall tone is classic and bookish, projecting reliability and a slightly formal, editorial character. It feels composed rather than playful, with a traditional seriousness that suits long-form reading and institutional contexts.
The design appears intended to deliver a practical, print-oriented slab serif voice: sturdy serifs, disciplined proportions, and controlled contrast aimed at dependable readability and a traditional editorial feel.
Capitals appear well-balanced for display lines without feeling overly wide, while the lowercase maintains a readable, conventional texture. Numerals match the serifed construction and sit comfortably alongside text, supporting mixed editorial layouts.