Slab Contrasted Beho 5 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kitsch' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, vintage, athletic, editorial, confident, lively, impact, retro display, brand voice, headline emphasis, slabbed, bracketed, incised, bouncy, robust.
This typeface is a heavy, slanted serif with pronounced slab-like terminals and a lively, slightly irregular rhythm. Strokes are broad and confident, with noticeable contrast and sharply cut joins that create a crisp, engraved feel. Serifs are sturdy and often wedge- or slab-ended, and many forms show angled or chamfered details that give the outlines a punchy, carved character. Proportions are generous and expansive, with rounded counters and energetic diagonals that keep the texture active in words and lines.
It performs best in display contexts such as headlines, posters, and brand marks where its weight, slant, and slabbed detailing can be appreciated. The energetic texture also suits packaging, labels, and signage that aims for a vintage or athletic voice.
The overall tone is bold and expressive with a distinctly retro, showy flavor. It reads as assertive and sporty, suggesting classic signage, team branding, and headline-driven design where personality matters as much as clarity.
The design appears intended to combine the strength of slab-like serifs with an italicized, attention-grabbing stance, producing a confident display face with a classic, slightly engraved finish. Its forms prioritize impact, rhythm, and recognizability at larger sizes.
In text, the strong slant and prominent serifs create a rolling, dynamic line that feels more display-oriented than strictly utilitarian. The numerals match the letterforms with similarly robust shapes and emphatic terminals, maintaining a consistent, poster-like presence.