Slab Contrasted Ihne 5 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Slab' by Artegra, 'Nexa Slab' by Fontfabric, 'Sanchez' and 'Sanchez Slab' by Latinotype, and 'Cyntho Next Slab' by Mint Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, editorial, assertive, retro, sporty, confident, headline impact, forward motion, sturdy presence, retro display, slab serif, bracketed, oblique, compact, chunky.
A heavy, oblique slab-serif with broad proportions and a sturdy, low-contrast build. Strokes stay relatively even in weight, with prominent slab terminals that read as slightly bracketed rather than razor-sharp, giving the letterforms a carved, blocky stability. Counters are moderately open and the overall rhythm is dense and forceful, with rounded shapes staying full and upright enough to remain clear despite the slant. The numerals match the letters in weight and presence, producing a consistent, punchy texture in headlines and short lines of text.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and branding where a dense, high-impact voice is needed. It can work well for sports or collegiate-style graphics, punchy editorial callouts, and packaging or labels that benefit from a sturdy, vintage-leaning slab-serif presence.
The tone is bold and energetic, with a classic, slightly old-school feel that suggests editorial punch and athletic signage. Its forward slant and heavy slabs add urgency and confidence, making it feel promotional and attention-driven rather than delicate or formal.
The design appears intended to combine the commanding presence of a bold slab serif with the momentum of an italic, delivering a display face that feels fast, strong, and readable at large sizes. The emphasis is on impact and personality through weight, broad proportions, and confident slab terminals.
The italic angle is pronounced enough to create strong forward motion, while the slab serifs keep the forms grounded and emphatic. In the sample text, the thick strokes and robust serifs create a dark, high-impact typographic color, especially at larger sizes.