Slab Contrasted Ibde 3 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Geometric Slabserif 703' by Bitstream, 'Emy Slab' by Latinotype, 'Sharp Slab' by Monotype, 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry, and 'Museo Slab' by exljbris (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, logos, athletic, retro, assertive, punchy, editorial, impact, emphasis, motion, nostalgia, branding, slabbed, bracketed, rounded, chunky, compact.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and compact internal counters. The serifs are thick and blocky with slight bracketing, giving corners a softened, molded feel rather than a sharp mechanical cut. Strokes stay robust throughout, with subtle modulation that adds a bit of shaping without turning delicate. The lowercase is sturdy and rounded, with squat bowls and a tightly packed rhythm that reads strongly at display sizes; figures are similarly weighty and stable.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and short emphatic lines where its weight and slant can do the work. It can also perform well in sports-leaning branding, bold packaging callouts, and logo wordmarks that need a strong, vintage-styled presence.
The overall tone is confident and energetic, with a sporty, vintage-leaning flavor. Its bold slabbing and forward slant create a sense of motion and emphasis, suited to messaging that wants to feel loud, direct, and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended to blend classic slab-serif sturdiness with an italicized, high-impact display voice. It prioritizes strong silhouettes, dense color on the page, and a lively forward momentum for attention-first typography.
The set shows intentionally chunky joins and generous serif mass that keep the silhouette dark and cohesive. The italic angle and wide stance make the texture feel dynamic, while the rounded terminals and bracketing help it stay friendly rather than harsh.