Slab Square Ahlu 10 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, academic, branding, bookish, calm, classic, trustworthy, formal, readability, editorial tone, classic utility, serif clarity, slab serif, bracketed, rounded slabs, open counters, generous spacing.
This typeface is a refined slab serif with thin, steady strokes and softly bracketed square serifs. The overall construction is upright and measured, with rounded joins and subtly tapered curves that keep the forms from feeling mechanical. Uppercase letters show classical proportions with clear vertical stress, while lowercase forms are open and readable, with a single-storey ‘g’ and a straightforward, restrained ‘a’. Numerals are oldstyle-leaning in feel with smooth curves and consistent serif treatment, maintaining an even rhythm across text.
It suits long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a light slab serif can add structure without overpowering the page. It also works well for academic or institutional materials and for brand systems that need a classic, dependable typographic voice with crisp serif presence.
The tone is literary and composed, with a quiet authority typical of editorial slab serifs. Its light presence and controlled detailing create a polite, traditional voice that reads as serious without becoming heavy or rigid.
The design appears intended to merge the sturdiness and clarity of slab serifs with a lighter, more elegant text rhythm. It prioritizes legibility and typographic neutrality while adding just enough serif character to support traditional publishing and identity applications.
Counters are generally open and the spacing appears generous, which helps maintain clarity at text sizes despite the delicate weight. Serifs remain consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, and curved letters (like C, G, S, and O) keep a smooth, gently rounded profile rather than sharp corners.