Slab Contrasted Ibfy 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Slab' by Artegra, 'Codename FX' by Differentialtype, 'FF DIN Slab' by FontFont, 'DIN Next Slab' by Monotype, 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry, 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether, and 'Eigerdals Slab' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, editorial display, sporty, assertive, retro, punchy, energetic, impact, motion, emphasis, branding, display strength, slab serifs, bracketed, sheared, compact, sturdy.
A heavy, right-leaning serif design with prominent slab-like feet and compact, muscular letterforms. The strokes read as sturdy and fairly even in weight, with only modest modulation, and the serifs are broad and slightly bracketed, helping the shapes feel anchored. Counters are relatively tight and the joins are firm, giving the font a dense, poster-ready color. The overall construction favors strong curves and blunt terminals, producing a consistent, forceful rhythm across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
Well suited for headlines, posters, and splashy editorial display where strong emphasis and quick visual capture are priorities. Its sturdy slabs and compact density also work well for sports or team branding, event promos, packaging callouts, and short slogans that benefit from a forceful, energetic voice.
The font communicates speed and impact, balancing a classic slab-serif backbone with a dynamic, forward-tilting stance. Its bold, compact presence feels confident and a bit retro, evoking headlines with a competitive or promotional edge. The tone is direct and energetic rather than delicate or literary.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a bold slab-serif structure while using an italic slant to add motion and urgency. It prioritizes a dense, confident texture and strong silhouette for display typography that needs to feel robust and attention-grabbing.
In text settings the heavy weight and tight interior spaces create a strong, dark texture, especially at smaller sizes. The italic slant is pronounced enough to read as motion-driven, making the font feel especially at home in short, emphatic phrases. Numerals match the letters in mass and presence, supporting display-centric use where figures need to stand out.