Slab Contrasted Imli 7 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book covers, pull quotes, headlines, classic, authoritative, scholarly, literary, italic emphasis, print clarity, classic tone, sturdy presence, slab serif, bracketed, calligraphic, ink-trap, curved terminals.
An italic slab serif with sturdy, bracketed serifs and a clear rightward slant. Strokes show noticeable modulation, with heavier main diagonals and stems balanced by slightly thinner connecting strokes, creating a lively rhythm rather than a purely mechanical texture. Curved joins and softly shaped terminals give the letterforms a slightly calligraphic feel, while the slabs remain firm and prominent. Counters are generally open and the overall spacing reads even, producing a strong, readable line in text.
It performs well in editorial contexts such as magazine headlines, book covers, and pull quotes where an italic voice needs both emphasis and structure. The sturdy slabs and controlled contrast help it hold up at display sizes, while its even rhythm supports short-to-medium text passages when a distinctive italic tone is desired.
The tone feels editorial and traditional, combining the solidity of slabs with an energetic italic movement. It reads confident and authoritative, with a bookish, literary flavor suited to formal or crafted messaging rather than purely neutral UI typography.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic italic emphasis with the stability and presence of slab serifs, offering a confident, print-oriented texture for headlines and highlighted copy.
Uppercase forms appear robust and slightly wide in stance, with strong diagonals and pronounced entry/exit strokes in the italic. The numerals follow the same angled, serifed construction, keeping a consistent texture across mixed alphanumeric settings.