Slab Contrasted Ihhy 5 is a very bold, very wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, logos, athletic, assertive, retro, editorial, industrial, impact, momentum, display strength, retro appeal, slab serif, bracketed, angled terminals, ink traps, punchy.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and compact counters that create strong, dark texture. Serifs are sturdy and mostly bracketed, with chamfered and angled terminals that give the forms a carved, mechanical feel. Curves are tightly drawn and the joins show subtle notches/ink-trap-like cut-ins, helping keep interior spaces open at display sizes. The rhythm is energetic, with lively diagonals and a forward slant that carries through both capitals and lowercase.
This style excels in headlines, posters, and branding where a strong italic voice is needed, especially in sports or retro-inspired identity work. It also works well for packaging, signage, and short editorial display lines where dense color and firm serifs help anchor the layout.
The overall tone is bold and confident, blending a vintage athletic/poster sensibility with an industrial, editorial seriousness. It feels energetic and slightly nostalgic, suited to statements that want impact and momentum rather than quiet neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver a forceful, forward-moving slab serif voice that stays legible and cohesive at display sizes. Its angled cuts and sturdy serifs suggest a focus on impact, energy, and a classic poster-like presence.
Round letters (like O/C/G) read more squarish and compact than purely geometric, reinforcing the blocky, slab-driven character. Numerals share the same robust stance and angled cuts, maintaining consistency for headlines and packaging-style callouts.