Slab Square Ikba 1 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bluteau Slab' by DSType, 'FF Kievit Slab' and 'FF Milo Slab' by FontFont, 'Rooney' by Jan Fromm, 'Modum' by The Northern Block, 'Kheops' by Tipo Pèpel, and 'Kondolarge' by TypeK (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, logotypes, athletic, retro, assertive, editorial, industrial, impact, momentum, display strength, brand presence, bracketed slabs, ink traps, tight joins, compact apertures, heavy serifs.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and tightly packed counters. Strokes are thick with modest modulation, and the serifs read as chunky, slightly bracketed slabs that keep the silhouette blocky while still feeling shaped rather than purely geometric. Curves are full and rounded, but apertures stay fairly compact, creating a dense, punchy color on the page. The italic construction is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, with sturdy diagonals and reinforced joins that maintain clarity at display sizes.
Best suited to display work where impact and momentum matter—headlines, posters, and campaign graphics. The dense weight and compact inner spaces make it especially effective for sports branding, bold packaging titles, and logo wordmarks where a strong, industrial-leaning slab character is desired.
The tone is bold and energetic, with a sporty, poster-ready presence. Its strong slabs and forward slant give it a confident, action-oriented voice that also nods to vintage print and signage aesthetics.
The design appears intended to deliver a forceful italic slab voice that remains legible and cohesive in large-scale typography. It prioritizes bold presence, steady rhythm, and a durable, print-forward texture for attention-grabbing applications.
Uppercase forms show a classic slab rhythm with strong horizontals, while the lowercase leans into sturdy, single-story shapes and robust terminals that keep the texture even. Numerals match the weight and stance of the letters, supporting cohesive headline setting and prominent numbering.