Slab Contrasted Ihba 11 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Milo Slab' by FontFont, 'Sybilla Multiverse' and 'Sybilla Pro' by Karandash, 'Multiple' by Latinotype, and 'PF Centro Slab Press' by Parachute (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, branding, friendly, vintage, confident, warm, folksy, attention grabbing, retro tone, friendly emphasis, poster impact, bracketed, ball terminals, soft corners, chunky serifs, lively rhythm.
A sturdy italic slab serif with chunky, bracketed serifs and softly rounded joins that keep the heavy forms from feeling rigid. Strokes show gentle modulation, with broad counters and slightly tapered terminals that create an energetic, forward-leaning texture. The lowercase is compact and rhythmic, with sturdy stems and rounded dots, while capitals stay wide and stable, giving headings a strong, poster-like presence. Numerals are robust and highly legible, matching the font’s blocky serif treatment and overall weighty color on the page.
This face is well suited to headlines, subheads, and short editorial callouts where an italic, attention-getting voice is needed. It also fits packaging, signage, and branding systems aiming for a nostalgic or handcrafted impression without sacrificing clarity.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, combining old-style warmth with a bold, advertising-era swagger. Its italic slant adds motion and emphasis, making it feel lively and persuasive rather than formal or delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, energetic italic slab voice that reads quickly and feels approachable. It balances sturdy slab structure with softened details and moderate modulation to evoke vintage print and advertising while staying clean and consistent.
Spacing reads generous enough to keep dark letterforms from clogging, especially in the sample text where counters remain open at large sizes. The serif shapes and softened corners produce a tactile, print-like feel that suits display settings while still holding together in short passages.