Slab Contrasted Ihmu 2 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Emy Slab', 'Gaspo Slab', 'Sanchez', 'Sanchez Slab', and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype; 'Egyptian Slate', 'Jornada Slab', and 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype; and 'Coltan Gea' by deFharo (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, athletic, editorial, retro, assertive, rugged, impact, emphasis, heritage, display, readability, bracketed serifs, ink-trap feel, ball terminals, compact apertures, high waistline.
A heavy, forward-slanted slab serif with broad proportions and a lively, slightly condensed rhythm in text. Strokes are sturdy with modest contrast, and the slabby serifs are strongly bracketed, giving joins a carved, ink-trap-like bite at small counters and tight corners. Curves are full and rounded (notably in bowls and numerals), while terminals often finish with blunt slabs or subtle ball-like endings, balancing warmth with punch. Spacing reads even but energetic, and the overall texture stays dense and dark, especially in bold settings.
Best suited to display roles where weight and momentum matter: headlines, posters, sports or event graphics, and bold brand statements. It also performs well for short editorial callouts, pull quotes, and packaging labels where a dense, confident texture helps text stand out at a glance.
The tone is confident and muscular, with a classic newspaper-and-posters energy. Its italic slant adds momentum and a sporty snap, while the slab construction keeps it grounded and workmanlike. The result feels both retro and assertive—well suited to messaging that wants to sound decisive and prominent.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact communication with a traditional slab-serif backbone, combining sturdy serif structure with italic motion for emphasis. Its bracketing and corner shaping suggest attention to maintaining clarity and character in heavier sizes while preserving a distinctive, energetic texture.
Uppercase forms present a strong, sign-like presence with sturdy horizontals and pronounced serifs, while lowercase shows friendly, rounded bowls and a readable, upright internal structure despite the slant. Numerals are hefty and highly legible, matching the letterforms’ broad stance and emphasizing impact over delicacy.