Slab Contrasted Ihvy 2 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Macklin' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, packaging, sports, retro, confident, sporty, editorial, punchy, impact, emphasis, motion, nostalgia, display, bracketed, ink-trap feel, ball terminals, compact counters, lively rhythm.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and assertive, bracketed slabs that read clearly at display sizes. Strokes show noticeable contrast for such a sturdy design, with thick stems paired with tighter joins and tapered transitions that create a slightly carved, ink-trap-like feel in places. The lowercase is energetic and rounded, with single-storey forms (notably a and g) and occasional ball terminals; counters are somewhat compact, reinforcing the dense, poster-ready color. Overall spacing and shapes create a lively, slightly irregular rhythm that keeps the texture dynamic rather than strictly mechanical.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and branding where strong presence and quick impact matter. It can also work for short editorial callouts, packaging, and event or sports-themed graphics, especially when a vintage-leaning, energetic italic is desired.
The tone is bold and outgoing, blending vintage print character with a sporty, headline-forward attitude. Its italic slant and chunky slabs suggest motion and emphasis, giving text a confident, promotional voice with a touch of nostalgia.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum emphasis with a bold slab-serif footprint while staying lively and readable in phrases and slogans. By combining strong slabs with a more calligraphic italic flow and compact interiors, it aims to feel both classic and animated in contemporary display settings.
Capitals are sturdy and emphatic, while numerals are large and weighty with rounded curves that match the lowercase’s warmth. The italic angle is consistent and the slab serifs remain prominent throughout, helping the design keep its identity even in longer lines of text.