Slab Square Udbaj 16 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial text, magazines, book typography, headlines, branding, editorial, classic, confident, scholarly, businesslike, readable italic, editorial utility, authoritative tone, print tradition, bracketed, sturdy, crisp, upright stress, open counters.
A slanted slab-serif with sturdy, squared serifs and a consistent, low-contrast stroke pattern. The letterforms are fairly broad with open counters and clear internal spaces, giving the design a steady rhythm at text sizes. Serifs read as bold and supportive rather than delicate, and many joins appear gently bracketed for smoother flow in the italic. Overall spacing looks comfortable, with an even texture across the alphabet and numerals.
Well-suited to editorial settings where an italic needs to carry long passages without getting wiry—magazines, book text, essays, and pull quotes. It can also serve effectively for headlines, subheads, and brand voice that wants a classic, dependable slab-serif character with a bit of motion.
The tone feels traditional and editorial, combining the authority of slab serifs with the forward motion of an italic. It projects a pragmatic, print-minded confidence—more newsroom and bookish than fashion or exuberant script.
Likely designed to provide an italic companion that remains robust and highly readable, preserving slab-serif authority while adding emphasis and pace. The broad proportions and strong serifs suggest a focus on reliable typographic color across print-like layouts and structured information.
The italic angle is noticeable but controlled, keeping word shapes stable and legible. Numerals appear straightforward and sturdy, matching the serif weight and maintaining clarity alongside text. The overall impression is polished and workmanlike, with an emphasis on readability and consistent color.