Slab Square Opwi 9 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, newspapers, headlines, confident, heritage, academic, trustworthy, readability, editorial voice, robustness, print tradition, bracketed serifs, sturdy, open counters, generous spacing, crisp edges.
A sturdy slab serif with broad proportions, low stroke modulation, and crisp, square-shouldered serifs that read clearly at text sizes. The letterforms show open apertures and spacious counters, with a steady rhythm and generous sidebearings that keep lines from feeling cramped. Serifs are substantial and mostly flat-ended, with subtle bracketing in places that softens joins without introducing calligraphic contrast. Numerals match the type’s solid, structured tone with clear, bookish shapes and consistent weight across strokes.
Well-suited to editorial typography where clarity and authority are needed—book and magazine text, newspaper-style layouts, and robust headings. Its broad, stable shapes also make it effective for pull quotes, section titles, and other typographic elements that benefit from a firm, readable slab serif presence.
The overall tone feels traditional and institutional, with a confident, no-nonsense presence that suggests print culture and established publishing. Its sturdy slabs give it a pragmatic, dependable voice, while the wide stance and open forms keep it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended as a workhorse slab serif that balances traditional print credibility with contemporary clarity. Its wide proportions and low-contrast structure prioritize legibility and steady texture, while the bold, square serifs provide a distinctive, confident signature.
The lowercase maintains a straightforward, text-oriented construction with clear differentiation between similar forms and a stable baseline feel. Capitals appear particularly stately and wide, lending emphasis in headlines without becoming overly decorative.