Slab Contrasted Ibvo 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'FF Marselis Slab' by FontFont, 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Core Slab M' by S-Core, and 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, confident, retro, impactful, energetic, attention grabbing, dynamic emphasis, sturdy readability, retro display, bracketed, slab-serif, rounded, chunky, soft terminals.
A heavy italic slab-serif with broad, compact proportions and pronounced, bracketed slabs that read clearly at display sizes. Strokes are thick with only modest contrast, producing a dense, punchy texture and steady rhythm across both upper- and lowercase. Counters are relatively open for the weight, and many joins and terminals feel slightly rounded, softening the mass while keeping edges crisp. Numerals share the same forward-leaning stance and sturdy construction, matching the letterforms in color and presence.
This style is well suited to headlines, posters, and short promotional copy where strong presence and quick recognition matter. It can work effectively for sports branding, labels, and packaging that benefit from a bold, kinetic voice, and for signage where a sturdy italic slab can stand out at a distance.
The overall tone is assertive and energetic, with a sporty, poster-like urgency driven by the strong italic slant and bold slabs. It feels retro-leaning and headline-forward—confident, attention-grabbing, and built to project impact rather than delicacy.
The design appears intended to combine the authority of slab serifs with an energetic italic posture, creating a robust display face that stays legible while delivering a punchy, retro-tinged personality.
The italic angle is consistent and the slab serifs add strong horizontal cues, giving lines of text a driving, forward motion. In paragraph-like settings the weight creates a tight, dark color, suggesting it is most comfortable when used with generous spacing or at larger sizes.