Slab Contrasted Ihpo 3 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith, 'Foro Rounded' by Hoftype, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, 'Cyntho Next Slab' by Mint Type, 'Kaluny Pro' by Muykyta, 'Marek Slab' by Rosario Nocera, and 'Tabac Slab' by Suitcase Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, logotypes, sporty, confident, retro, assertive, energetic, impact, emphasis, ruggedness, display strength, vintage flavor, slab serif, bracketed serifs, heavy weight, rounded terminals, ink-trap hints.
A heavy, forward-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and strongly bracketed slabs. Strokes are mostly even in weight, with subtle modulation and a firm, compact rhythm that keeps counters open despite the density. The serifs are chunky and rounded into the stems, and many joins show small notches and angled cuts that add bite and prevent dark clumping at bold sizes. Numerals and capitals read sturdy and block-like, while lowercase maintains a slightly more calligraphic, italic flow with pronounced entry/exit strokes and robust shoulders.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and branding where a strong, energetic voice is needed. It can work well for sports and outdoor-themed identities, bold packaging, and logo wordmarks, and it also holds up in large pull quotes where the italic momentum adds emphasis without sacrificing clarity.
The tone is bold and high-energy, mixing a classic athletic/display punch with a slightly vintage editorial slant. It feels confident and attention-grabbing, with a gritty, workmanlike toughness rather than delicate refinement.
Likely designed to deliver a forceful italic slab voice that remains readable at display sizes, combining wide proportions with sturdy serifs and practical detailing to keep the color even. The overall construction suggests an emphasis on impact, durability, and a slightly nostalgic, all-caps-friendly presence.
The italic angle is consistent across cases, and the wide set gives the font a billboard-like presence. The combination of thick slabs, rounded bracketing, and occasional carved-in details creates a distinctive, rugged texture that stays legible in short lines and headlines.