Slab Square Suben 11 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF More' by FontFont (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, posters, branding, classic, bookish, confident, warm, emphasis, readability, tradition, warmth, authority, bracketed slabs, rounded corners, ink-trap feel, ball terminals, soft curves.
This typeface is a robust italic slab serif with dense, steady strokes and compact, rectangular slab serifs that are subtly bracketed rather than sharply detached. Curves are generous and slightly flattened at stress points, creating a soft, inked impression alongside crisp, squared terminals. The italics are pronounced, with energetic diagonals in letters like N, V, W, and X, and a lively, slightly calligraphic flow in the lowercase. Counters are moderately open, joins are sturdy, and the overall texture reads dark and even in continuous text.
It performs especially well in editorial contexts—magazines, book typography, and long-form pull quotes—where a dark, confident italic can carry emphasis without losing clarity. The heavy presence and lively slant also make it effective for headlines, posters, and identity work that needs a vintage-leaning, authoritative voice.
The font conveys a traditional, literary tone with a friendly warmth. Its strong slabs and emphatic italic rhythm give it an assertive, editorial voice while the softened details keep it approachable and human. The result feels credible and established, suited to messaging that wants both authority and charm.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, readable italic slab serif with a traditional foundation and a softened, inky finish. It balances sturdy construction and clear word shapes with expressive, slightly calligraphic movement to keep text engaging at display and editorial sizes.
Uppercase forms are broad and stable, with clear slab reinforcement on verticals and strong diagonals; the Q has a distinct tail that adds character without disrupting readability. Lowercase shows expressive details such as a single-storey g, a rounded, ear-like terminal on r, and a buoyant, looping feel in a and e. Numerals are sturdy and readable, with classic proportions and clear differentiation at text sizes.