Slab Square Udluv 14 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kate Slab Pro Expanded' by Monday Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: magazine text, book typography, editorial quotes, subheads, academic publishing, editorial, literary, academic, classic, measured, text emphasis, editorial clarity, print tradition, authoritative tone, slab serif, bracketed serifs, softened corners, open apertures, generous spacing.
A slanted slab-serif with sturdy, rectangular serifs and a calm, low-contrast stroke modulation. The forms are broad and slightly expanded, with smooth curves and subtly softened joins that keep the texture even and readable. Serifs sit firmly on the baseline and cap line, while counters stay open and round, giving the face a steady rhythm across both uppercase and lowercase. Numerals follow the same italicized, workmanlike construction, maintaining consistent color in running text.
Well-suited to editorial environments where an italic voice is used extensively—magazine features, pull quotes, forewords, and subheads that need emphasis without losing legibility. It can also work in book typography for introductions, captions, and scholarly material where a steady, traditional texture is preferred.
The overall tone feels bookish and editorial—confident and traditional without being ornate. Its italic stance adds forward motion and emphasis, but the slab structure keeps it grounded and practical, suggesting a voice that’s authoritative, clear, and composed.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable italic with the solidity of slab serifs, balancing emphasis and readability. Its broadened proportions and open internal spaces aim for clarity at text sizes while retaining a distinctly traditional, print-oriented character.
The sample text shows a stable, even line color with moderate letterspacing, making the face comfortable in longer passages. The italic angle is noticeable yet restrained, and the slab serifs provide clear word shapes and strong baseline anchoring, especially in mixed-case settings.