Slab Square Udluv 17 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book typography, magazines, literary titles, quotations, classic, bookish, refined, academic, readability, editorial voice, classic warmth, sturdy emphasis, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, angled stress, open counters, sturdy.
A slanted serif with sturdy, slab-like feet and subtly bracketed joins that keep the forms feeling grounded rather than razor-sharp. Strokes are broadly consistent in weight with only gentle modulation, and the italic angle is steady across capitals, lowercase, and figures. The proportions run generously wide with open bowls and counters, while terminals often finish with squared, flat-ended serifs that read cleanly at display sizes. The lowercase shows a conventional, readable build with a moderate x-height, clear ascenders/descenders, and a rhythmic, slightly calligraphic flow. Figures are oldstyle-leaning in spirit with varied silhouettes and a coherent italic slant that matches the text face.
This font suits editorial design where an italic voice needs to carry extended passages—introductions, pull quotes, captions, and emphasis—while staying highly readable. It also performs well for book and magazine titling where a classic serif tone is desired without the fragility of high-contrast italics, and for academic or cultural materials that benefit from a confident, traditional texture.
The overall tone is traditional and literary, with an editorial sophistication that feels appropriate for long-form reading and cultured display. Its italic energy adds momentum and elegance, while the slabby serifs contribute confidence and a slightly institutional, academic character.
The design appears intended as a workhorse italic serif that balances readability with a distinctly serifed, slab-leaning sturdiness. It aims to deliver a classic editorial presence with enough width and openness to remain comfortable in text, while still offering a strong typographic color for headings and emphasis.
The sample text shows strong word-shape clarity and consistent spacing, giving the italic a smooth texture rather than a nervous, high-contrast sparkle. The capitals remain assertive and stable, pairing well with the more fluid lowercase without looking overly formal.