Slab Contrasted Imji 10 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Rude Slab ExtraCondensed' by Monotype, 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether, and 'Palo Slab' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, editorial, assertive, industrial, sporty, retro, impact, compactness, momentum, authority, ruggedness, slab serif, bracketed, condensed, oblique, blocky.
A condensed, oblique slab-serif with sturdy, block-like forms and prominent rectangular serifs. Strokes stay largely even with only modest modulation, while the slabs and shoulders are slightly bracketed for a more sculpted, less mechanical feel. Counters are compact and openings tend to be tight, creating a dense, dark texture; round letters show a firm, squared-off stance rather than a soft, calligraphic curve. Numerals and capitals read as heavy and stable, with a consistent forward lean across the set.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and branded statements where a compact width and strong presence are needed. It works well for sports-themed or industrial-leaning identities, packaging, and editorial pull quotes where the slanted slab structure can carry emphasis and motion.
The overall tone is forceful and energetic, combining a vintage print sensibility with a sporty, headline-ready punch. Its condensed slanted posture adds urgency and motion, while the slab serifs lend an industrial, workmanlike confidence.
Designed to deliver maximum impact in limited horizontal space, pairing condensed proportions with robust slab serifs for a bold, attention-grabbing voice. The forward slant and dense color suggest an intention toward display typography that feels dynamic, tough, and print-native.
In continuous text the weight and tight apertures produce a strong, high-impact rhythm that favors display sizes over long reading. The italics are more of a uniform oblique with sturdy, squared terminals, keeping the style blunt and emphatic rather than delicate.