Slab Square Uglim 1 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'RNS Camelia' by RNS Fonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, branding, packaging, retro, sporty, confident, energetic, display impact, bold readability, dynamic emphasis, editorial utility, slab serifs, bracketed slabs, oblique, open apertures, ink-trap hints.
A sturdy oblique slab-serif with broad proportions and a steady, low-contrast stroke. Serifs read as blocky and confident, with squared-off ends and subtle bracketing that softens the joins. Counters are generous and apertures stay open, while curves (C, G, S, 0) remain smooth and controlled rather than sharp. The lowercase shows a tall x-height and compact ascenders/descenders, creating a dense, readable texture; the numerals share the same wide stance and straightforward construction.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, posters, and brand marks that need a bold, forward-moving voice without high contrast. It can also work for editorial standfirsts, pull quotes, and packaging copy where the wide set and strong serifs create clear emphasis.
The overall tone is assertive and brisk, mixing a utilitarian slab foundation with an italic forward lean. It feels sporty and editorial—more “headline and pull-quote” than delicate or bookish—while retaining a classic, slightly retro flavor.
Likely designed to combine the solidity of a slab serif with a dynamic italic stance for attention-grabbing typography. The tall x-height and open forms suggest an emphasis on legibility and impact in contemporary display and editorial settings.
Spacing appears comfortable in running text, with a consistent rhythm that keeps the italic from feeling twitchy. The italic angle is noticeable but not extreme, and the heavy slab terminals help maintain clarity at display sizes and in short text blocks.