Slab Contrasted Ditu 5 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, retro, sporty, punchy, friendly, display impact, retro emphasis, energetic branding, headline strength, bracketed, rounded, bulky, dynamic, soft terminals.
A heavy, right-slanted slab serif with broad proportions and bracketed, blocky serifs. Strokes show clear, noticeable contrast with swollen curves and sturdy verticals, producing a compact, muscular texture. Counters are relatively open for the weight, while joins and terminals tend to round off, giving the letterforms a softer edge than a purely mechanical slab. The rhythm is energetic and slightly irregular in a lively way, with bold punctuation and numerals that hold their shape at display sizes.
Best suited to short, prominent text where impact matters: headlines, poster titles, storefront or event signage, and brand marks that want a bold, heritage-leaning voice. It can also work on packaging and labels where strong shapes and a lively slant help text stand out against busy backgrounds.
The overall tone is assertive and upbeat, with a vintage flavor reminiscent of classic signage and poster lettering. Its thick slabs and forward slant project momentum and confidence, while the rounded detailing keeps it approachable rather than severe.
Likely designed to deliver maximum display presence with a forward-driving italic stance, combining sturdy slab serifs with softened curves for a contemporary-friendly take on retro weight and emphasis.
The italic construction reads as a true, drawn italic rather than a simple slant, with curved forms and terminals that feel intentionally shaped. In the sample text, the weight produces strong word images and a dense line color, making spacing and line breaks important for comfortable reading.