Slab Contrasted Imfu 7 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, packaging, posters, pull quotes, retro, assertive, warm, trustworthy, emphasis, heritage feel, print presence, readable impact, bracketed, chunky, ink-trap hints, ball terminals, oldstyle figures.
A sturdy italic serif with pronounced, slab-like terminals and clear bracketing into the stems. Stroke modulation is evident, with heavier verticals and lighter connecting strokes that keep counters open despite the dense color. The italic angle is moderate and consistent, and curves are generously rounded, especially in the bowls and numerals. Serifs are wide and blunt with softened joins, giving a planted feel; several lowercase forms show subtle ball terminals and tapered entries that read as slightly calligraphic. The overall rhythm is compact and lively, with small irregularities in stroke endings that suggest a lightly inked, print-oriented texture rather than a rigid geometric construction.
This style performs well in magazine or newspaper headlines, pull quotes, and short blocks of emphatic text where a strong italic voice is desired. It also suits packaging, labels, and posters that want a vintage, print-forward presence with clear letterforms and sturdy serifs.
The font projects an editorial, vintage tone—confident and slightly nostalgic—while staying readable and composed. Its heavy serifs and energetic italic movement create a sense of urgency and emphasis, suitable for attention-getting typography that still feels established and trustworthy.
The design appears intended to combine the authority of a slab-serif structure with the momentum and expressiveness of an italic, producing a bold, attention-led typographic voice that still supports extended reading in larger sizes.
The lowercase shows a more humanist flavor than the uppercase, with rounder bowls and more expressive terminals, while capitals stay stout and formal. Numerals appear relatively traditional in feel, with curved forms and strong footing, contributing to a classic text-and-display character. The face maintains strong word-shape cohesion in the sample text, with italic slant and robust serifs helping guide horizontal flow.