Slab Contrasted Beho 3 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Polyphonic' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, sportswear, packaging, athletic, retro, punchy, confident, headline, impact, movement, retro feel, brand punch, display clarity, slab serif, bracketed, ink-trap feel, rounded joins, compact counters.
This typeface is a heavy, right-leaning slab serif with sturdy, block-like terminals and softly bracketed joins. Strokes show noticeable modulation, with thick main stems and slightly thinned connections that add snap and rhythm without looking delicate. The shapes are broad and open, with rounded corners and gentle curvature that keeps the weight from feeling rigid. Counters are compact but clear, and the serifs read as substantial, giving the letterforms a planted, poster-ready presence.
It performs best in short-to-medium display settings where its bold texture and slanted stance can carry a message—headlines, logos, packaging callouts, and poster typography. It can also work for punchy subheads or pull quotes when set with generous spacing to keep the dense color from feeling crowded.
The overall tone is bold and energetic, with a sporty, vintage flavor reminiscent of classic editorial and athletic branding. Its italic slant and chunky slabs create a sense of motion and confidence, making text feel emphatic and attention-grabbing rather than neutral.
The design appears intended to combine the authority of slab serifs with the momentum of an italic, producing a strong display face that reads quickly and projects a confident, retro-leaning voice.
Uppercase forms feel especially authoritative, while the lowercase maintains the same robust texture and forward drive. Numerals are similarly weighty and built for impact, matching the letterforms’ strong baseline and consistent color in a line of text.