Slab Contrasted Ihde 2 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith, 'Foro' and 'Foro Rounded' by Hoftype, 'Egyptian Slate' and 'Prelo Slab Pro' by Monotype, 'Metronic Slab Pro' by Mostardesign, and 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, branding, sports, assertive, classic, sporty, retro, impact, emphasis, readability, authority, heritage, bracketed, slabbed, blocky, ink-trap hints, tightly kerned.
A heavy, right-leaning serif with slab-like, bracketed terminals and a compact, forceful texture. Strokes show clear but not extreme contrast, with sturdy verticals and thickened horizontals that keep counters relatively tight. Serifs read as blunt and supportive rather than hairline, and joins are crisp, giving the design a confident, print-forward rhythm. The lowercase is robust with rounded bowls and short, sturdy arms, and the numerals are similarly weighty and strongly shaped for impact.
Best suited to headlines, decks, pull quotes, and poster typography where the strong slabs and italic momentum can carry a message. It also fits branding that wants a classic, trustworthy voice with extra punch, and works well for sports or event graphics that benefit from bold, energetic emphasis.
The overall tone is bold and editorial, with a familiar newspaper-and-posters energy that feels authoritative and slightly retro. Its italic slant adds motion and urgency, making it feel energetic and headline-driven rather than quiet or delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver a confident, attention-grabbing serif voice that remains readable under heavy weight. The italic angle and slabbed terminals suggest a focus on impactful display use while retaining a traditional editorial lineage.
At larger sizes the face shows a strong, even color and a punchy silhouette; in denser settings the weight and tighter inner spaces can create a darker, more compact block of text. The letterforms lean toward classic slab-serif cues, but with a contemporary, high-impact finishing that suits display-driven typography.