Slab Contrasted Ihta 3 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Classic Round' and 'Classic XtraRound' by Durotype, 'Emy Slab' by Latinotype, 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether, 'Mislab Std' by Typofonderie, and 'Typewriter' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, packaging, branding, confident, retro, assertive, sporty, emphasis, impact, heritage, energy, bracketed, chunky, ink-trap hints, compact apertures, angled terminals.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and compact internal spaces. Strokes show clear thick–thin modulation, with chunky bracketed slabs and crisp, slightly squared joins that keep the silhouette firm and blocky even in italics. The lowercase is sturdy and compact with a robust x-height feel, while rounded letters (o, e, c) stay tightly drawn and the numerals read as sturdy, headline-oriented figures. Overall rhythm is energetic: strong diagonals, forward-leaning stems, and emphatic serifs create a dense, high-impact texture in text.
This font is well suited to headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and display typography where a forceful, italic slab voice can carry the message. It can work effectively in editorial layouts, packaging, and branding that want a vintage-leaning, high-impact texture, especially when set with generous size and spacing.
The tone is punchy and self-assured, mixing a classic print/editorial flavor with a spirited, almost athletic momentum from the pronounced italic slant. It feels bold in voice and slightly nostalgic, with a decisive, attention-grabbing presence suited to statements rather than subtlety.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, italic slab serif for display use—combining sturdy slabs and noticeable modulation to create a confident, energetic reading rhythm. It prioritizes impact and character over neutral body-text restraint.
In the sample paragraph, the dark color and tight counters create a strong typographic “ink” mass, making it most comfortable at larger sizes where letter-shapes can open up. The italic construction remains consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, giving the family a cohesive, forward-driven emphasis.