Slab Square Udriw 5 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book covers, headlines, pull quotes, bookish, warm, confident, retro, readability, editorial voice, print texture, character italic, slab serif, bracketed, robust, ink-trap hints, lively.
A slanted slab serif with sturdy, bracketed serifs and broadly proportioned letterforms. Strokes stay relatively even, with gently rounded joins and a soft, slightly calligraphic rhythm despite the low contrast. Terminals often finish with firm slab feet, and several shapes show subtle notches and swelling at joins that add texture. The lowercase is open and readable, with a single-storey “g” and a clear italic construction, while the figures are lining and similarly wide-set for steady alignment.
Works well for editorial typography where an italic serif needs presence—magazine features, reviews, essays, and pull quotes. The wide proportions and sturdy slabs also suit display applications such as book covers, section headings, and branding that wants a literary, print-forward feel.
The overall tone feels editorial and slightly nostalgic, like a contemporary take on classic print serifs. Its slant and chunky slabs add energy and friendliness without becoming informal, giving text a confident, crafted voice suited to narrative and commentary.
Likely designed to deliver a readable, characterful italic with robust slab serifs—bridging text utility and display personality. The broad set and restrained contrast aim for stable color on the page while preserving a lively, human rhythm.
Spacing and widths read generous, producing an airy, readable color in text. The italic forms are integral rather than simply obliqued, with noticeably cursive-like movement in letters such as a, e, and y, and strong slab anchoring in capitals and numerals.