Slab Contrasted Ibdy 7 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith; 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype; 'Egyptian Slate', 'Jornada Slab', 'Prelo Slab Pro', and 'Sharp Slab' by Monotype; 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether; and 'Palo Slab' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, athletic, western, retro, assertive, industrial, impact, momentum, headline focus, brand presence, slab-serif, bracketed, rounded, sturdy, punchy.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and a compact, energetic rhythm. Strokes are thick and largely uniform, with gently rounded joins and squared-off terminals. The slab serifs read as bold and supportive, often slightly bracketed, giving the letterforms a sturdy, blocky footprint. Counters stay open despite the weight, and the overall silhouette favors strong horizontals and blunt, confident endings.
Best used for short to medium-length display settings where impact matters: headlines, posters, sports or team-style branding, product packaging, and bold signage. It can also work for punchy subheads or callouts in editorial layouts when you want a strong, vintage-leaning emphasis.
The tone is loud and self-assured, with a sporty, poster-ready presence. Its italic slant and chunky slabs evoke vintage display typography—equal parts athletic branding and old-school advertising—suited to messaging that wants to feel bold, emphatic, and a bit nostalgic.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch through thick slabs, wide letterforms, and an italicized sense of momentum, while staying legible at large sizes. It prioritizes strong silhouettes and sturdy construction for branding and display environments where clarity and attitude are key.
Uppercase forms are especially massive and stable, while lowercase retains a clear, readable structure without becoming delicate. Numerals are similarly weighty and built for impact, matching the font’s overall sense of solidity and forward motion.