Slab Contrasted Ibne 7 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kondolar' by Cadson Demak, 'FF Marselis Slab' by FontFont, and 'Hoyle' and 'Isle Body' by Mans Greback (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, branding, western, retro, rugged, playful, punchy, display impact, vintage tone, signage feel, logo use, poster weight, slab serif, bracketed serifs, rounded joins, ink-trap cuts, chunky forms.
A heavy, italicized slab serif with compact, blocky letterforms and strongly bracketed serifs. Strokes are broadly uniform with subtle internal modulation, and many terminals show angular, chiseled cut-ins that create a carved/ink-trap feel. Counters are relatively tight and rounded, giving the shapes a dense, poster-ready texture. The italic slant is assertive but stable, with sturdy verticals and a slightly bouncy rhythm across mixed-case and figures.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as posters, headlines, product packaging, and storefront or event signage where its bold slabs and italic thrust can carry. It also works well for logos and branding that want a retro or Western-inflected presence, especially at medium-to-large sizes where the cut-in details stay crisp.
The overall tone feels bold and extroverted, blending a vintage, Western-leaning bravado with a friendly, slightly comic energy. Its chunky slabs and cut-in details suggest hand-cut signage and old poster printing, making the voice feel energetic, rugged, and attention-seeking rather than refined.
The design appears intended as a characterful display slab that delivers maximum impact with a forward-leaning stance and distinctive carved terminals. It prioritizes bold texture and recognizable silhouettes for attention in advertising and signage contexts, while keeping enough structure to remain readable in short paragraphs or taglines.
Uppercase forms read especially strong and iconic, while the lowercase maintains legibility through clear silhouettes and consistent serif behavior. Numerals are similarly weighty and slanted, matching the headline character and reinforcing a cohesive, display-first personality.