Slab Contrasted Holo 1 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Polyphonic' by Monotype, 'Gintona Slab' by Sudtipos, and 'Clinto Slab' by XdCreative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, athletic, retro, bold, confident, punchy, impact, motion, display strength, retro flavor, brand punch, slab serif, bracketed, rounded slabs, ink-trap-like, compact counters.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with strongly bracketed, blocky serifs and a broad, forward-driving stance. Strokes show noticeable modulation and slightly softened joins, producing a robust texture rather than a rigid geometric feel. The letterforms are roomy in width with compact internal counters and a lively rhythm; rounded slabs and curved terminals keep the weight from feeling overly mechanical. Numerals match the mass and slant, reading solid and poster-ready with consistent, punchy silhouettes.
This font is best suited to headlines, logos, posters, and other high-impact display settings where a forceful, energetic voice is needed. It also works well for sports-themed branding, packaging, and bold signage, particularly when set with generous spacing and used at larger sizes.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a classic sports and mid‑century advertising flavor. Its bold slant and chunky slabs convey motion, urgency, and competitive confidence while still feeling familiar and approachable.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a fast, energetic italic stance and sturdy slab-serifs that hold up in dense, dark settings. It prioritizes a confident, vintage-leaning display voice over delicate detail, aiming for strong recognition and momentum in short bursts of text.
The design’s strong emphasis on heavy horizontals and slab terminals creates a dark, high-impact line in text, especially at larger sizes. The italic construction reads as a true slanted style (not merely obliqued), giving the face a dynamic, display-oriented presence.