Slab Contrasted Ibko 10 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Certa Serif' by Glen Jan, 'PF Bague Slab Pro' and 'PF Centro Slab Press' by Parachute, and 'Rogliano' by TipoType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, retro, playful, showcard, western, cheerful, impact, warmth, nostalgia, display, chunky, rounded, bouncy, soft corners, bracketed serifs.
A heavy, forward-leaning slab serif with chunky, rounded forms and softly bracketed slab terminals. Strokes are broadly uniform, with only modest modulation, and the serifs read as thick blocks that help anchor the letters. Counters are relatively open for the weight, while curves are generously rounded, giving the shapes a buoyant rhythm. The set shows lively, slightly irregular drawing across characters, with some letters carrying more angular notches and kick-outs that add personality without breaking overall cohesion.
Best suited to short, attention-grabbing applications such as headlines, posters, menus, storefront-style signage, and packaging. It can also work for energetic brand marks and display subheads where a warm, retro voice is desired; for longer passages, its heavy texture benefits from generous size and leading.
The overall tone is upbeat and nostalgic, evoking mid-century signage and bold display typography. Its slanted stance and chunky slabs create a sense of motion and friendliness, leaning more toward fun and theatrical than formal or corporate.
The design appears intended as a characterful display slab serif that balances strong impact with approachable, rounded detailing. The forward slant and chunky slabs suggest a goal of creating a lively, vintage-leaning voice for titles and promotional typography.
In text, the strong serifs and dark color create a dense texture, making spacing and line breaks feel visually pronounced. The numerals match the letterforms’ weight and curvature, maintaining the same bold, rounded presence and sign-like emphasis.