Slab Unbracketed Ussu 9 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, children’s, branding, playful, storybook, whimsical, quirky, friendly, add charm, standout caps, friendly display, vintage feel, decorative, curly terminals, slab serifs, high contrast (low), lively rhythm.
A decorative slab-serif with mostly even stroke weight and crisp, square-ended serifs that read as unbracketed. The letterforms mix sturdy verticals with prominent curled terminals and spiral-like entry strokes on many capitals, giving the design a calligraphic, ornamental flavor without true cursive structure. Proportions are compact and text-friendly, with a tall x-height, relatively short ascenders/descenders, and open counters that keep the texture readable. Curves are rounded and generous, while joins and serifs stay firm and rectilinear, creating a distinctive blend of softness and structure.
Best suited for display settings where personality is desired—headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks that want a friendly, whimsical voice. It can also work for short blurbs or pull quotes when you want readable text with a distinctive decorative signature, especially where ornate capitals can be showcased.
The overall tone is playful and slightly vintage, suggesting hand-lettered signage or storybook typography. Its curls and swashes add charm and personality, making even short words feel animated and expressive while still maintaining an approachable, familiar text rhythm.
The design appears intended to combine the solidity of a slab-serif skeleton with whimsical, curled detailing—especially in capitals—to create a charming, characterful face that stands out in branding and titling without relying on heavy contrast or extreme distortion.
Capitals carry most of the ornamentation, with noticeable curled hooks and spiral details that can become a focal point in headings. The lowercase is calmer and more utilitarian, helping longer passages remain legible, while numerals and punctuation keep the same sturdy slab footing for consistent color.