Slab Square Ukgi 9 is a light, normal width, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, essays, academic, literary, scholarly, refined, classic, readability, text emphasis, editorial tone, traditional voice, serif, slab serif, bracketed, calligraphic, angular.
A slanted serif with sturdy slab-like feet and a restrained stroke modulation, giving the letters a steady, even color on the page. Serifs read as squared and substantial, often softly bracketed into the stems, while joins and curves feel clean and controlled rather than delicate. Proportions lean vertically, with compact counters and a brisk rhythm in text; italics appear drawn (not merely obliqued), with cursive-like movement in forms such as the lowercase a, f, and y. Numerals follow the same composed, bookish construction, with clear shapes and consistent serif treatment.
Well suited for book typography, essays, and editorial layouts where an italic with strong presence is needed for emphasis, quotations, or headings. It can also work in magazine features and refined branding where a traditional, text-forward serif voice is desired, especially in longer passages and pull quotes.
The overall tone is literary and editorial—measured, articulate, and slightly traditional. The italic slant adds a sense of motion and emphasis without becoming flamboyant, suggesting seriousness and clarity suited to long-form reading. It feels formal in a quiet way, more academic than decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver a dependable, readable italic with slab-supported structure—balancing classical text manners with firmer, more architectural serifs. It aims for clarity and continuity in paragraphs while retaining enough character for editorial emphasis.
In the sample text, the heavier slab serifs help anchor lines and maintain legibility at larger text sizes, while the relatively even strokes keep the texture smooth. The italic’s entry/exit strokes and angled terminals create a cohesive forward flow, and the capitals remain composed and stately rather than overly expressive.