Slab Square Udnav 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial text, book typography, magazine features, pull quotes, packaging, vintage, editorial, bookish, workmanlike, confident, text emphasis, editorial voice, classic tone, robust readability, print character, slab serif, bracketed serifs, calligraphic slant, firm terminals, open counters.
An italic slab-serif with sturdy, squared-off serifs and a clearly chiseled, slightly calligraphic construction. Strokes are fairly even with modest modulation, and the forms lean at a consistent angle, giving the line a forward rhythm without becoming cursive. Terminals and serifs read as firm and blocky, while many joins and curves are subtly softened, creating a balance between mechanical structure and hand-driven movement. Proportions are moderate with a straightforward x-height, and spacing feels set up for text with a steady, readable color.
This face works well for editorial typography—feature text, pull quotes, and subheads—where an italic with strong structure can carry emphasis over longer passages. It can also suit book typography and packaging or labeling that benefits from a traditional slab-serif voice with added motion from the slant.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, with a vintage, print-oriented flavor. Its assertive slabs and italic drive suggest emphasis and momentum, while the controlled contrast keeps it practical rather than decorative. It feels confident and slightly old-world, suited to settings that want personality without sacrificing clarity.
The design appears intended to combine the solidity and legibility of a slab serif with the expressive forward movement of an italic. It aims for a dependable text rhythm while adding a distinctive, print-classic character through firm serifs and a subtly hand-shaped finish.
In the sample text, the italic angle and slab presence remain stable across long runs, producing a consistent texture. The numerals match the letterforms with the same sturdy footing and modest modulation, making mixed content feel cohesive.