Slab Contrasted Ibvo 15 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith, 'Calanda' and 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Emy Slab' by Latinotype, 'Metronic Slab Pro' by Mostardesign, 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry, and 'Eigerdals Slab' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports, branding, packaging, athletic, retro, poster, bold, impact, momentum, display, nostalgia, slabbed, bracketed, rounded, compact, punchy.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and a compact rhythm. Strokes are thick and sturdy with only subtle modulation, and the terminals end in bold, often bracketed slabs that read as slightly softened rather than razor-sharp. Counters are relatively open for the weight, while curves (notably in C, G, O, Q and the lowercase bowls) feel rounded and dense, giving the face a confident, blocky silhouette. Numerals are similarly robust, with simplified forms and strong horizontal/diagonal emphasis that keeps the texture even in large settings.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and display typography where strong impact is needed at medium to large sizes. It fits especially well in sports and event branding, energetic packaging, and bold editorial callouts where the slanted stance can communicate speed and confidence.
The overall tone is assertive and energetic, evoking vintage sports graphics, bold editorial headlines, and mid-century advertising. Its slanted posture adds momentum and a sense of motion, while the slab detailing brings a grounded, workmanlike credibility.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch with a readable, sturdy slab-serif structure, combining a vintage-leaning display voice with a dynamic italic posture for emphasis and motion.
The italic construction reads as a true slant with consistent serif behavior and a cohesive, chunky texture in text. The heavy weight and wide stance create strong word shapes, especially in all-caps, where the slabs and broad curves produce a distinctly poster-ready presence.