Slab Contrasted Ibmo 5 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Slab' by Artegra, 'Publica Slab' by FaceType, 'Nexa Slab' by Fontfabric, and 'Choplin' by René Bieder (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: sports branding, posters, headlines, packaging, apparel, sporty, retro, assertive, playful, punchy, impact, nostalgia, motion, strength, display, chunky, bracketed, rounded, bouncy, compact.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and compact counters. The serifs read as thick wedges with gentle bracketing, giving terminals a sturdy, built-up feel rather than sharp, hairline finishes. Strokes stay largely even in weight, with only modest modulation, and the overall rhythm is driven by bold curves and robust horizontals. The lowercase shows a friendly, rounded construction with prominent shoulders and bowls, while figures are stout and highly legible at display sizes.
It works best where bold presence is needed: sports and team branding, event posters, punchy headlines, and retail packaging. The strong, stable slabs and wide stance also suit apparel graphics and short, emphatic statements that benefit from a loud typographic voice.
The font projects a confident, energetic tone with a distinctly vintage flavor. Its chunky slabs and italic slant evoke classic athletic lettering and mid-century advertising, balancing toughness with a slightly playful bounce.
The design appears intended to deliver a commanding, retro-leaning display serif that stays readable while feeling dynamic. By combining thick bracketed slabs with a steady italic slant, it aims to communicate motion and strength without sacrificing clarity.
The italic angle is consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals, helping long lines feel cohesive in text samples. Tight internal spaces and dense color give it strong impact, while the bracketed slabs soften the silhouette and keep it from feeling overly rigid.