Slab Contrasted Ihza 1 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Marselis Slab' by FontFont and 'Diaria Pro' by Mint Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, confident, athletic, retro, editorial, punchy, impact, motion, authority, readability, display, slab serif, bracketed serifs, oblique, ink-trap feel, compact joins.
A robust oblique slab serif with chunky, squared serifs and subtly bracketed joins that keep the heavy forms from feeling blocky. Strokes show noticeable contrast, with strong vertical emphasis and tapered transitions in curves and diagonals. Counters are moderately open, terminals are crisp, and several joins have a slightly pinched/ink-trap feel that sharpens the interior spaces. The lowercase is lively and compact with a sturdy, readable rhythm, and the numerals match the weight and slanted construction for consistent color in text.
Best suited to headlines, display typography, and brand marks that need impact and a sense of motion. It can work for short editorial leads, sports or collegiate-style graphics, packaging callouts, and promotional materials where dense color and slab authority help text stand out.
The overall tone is assertive and energetic, mixing a classic newspaper/wood-type toughness with a sporty forward-leaning motion. It reads as bold and dependable while still feeling agile and contemporary enough for punchy statements.
Designed to deliver a forceful, attention-grabbing slab serif voice with an inherently slanted, dynamic posture. The combination of chunky serifs, controlled contrast, and tightened joins suggests an intention to remain readable while projecting strength and speed in display settings.
The italic stance is integral rather than an afterthought, with diagonals and serifs aligning to create a cohesive forward momentum. The heavier slabs and tight apertures can build dense typographic color, especially at larger sizes where the angular details and bracketed shaping become more apparent.