Slab Contrasted Ihhi 7 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dean Slab' by Blaze Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, editorial decks, editorial, retro, assertive, sporty, energetic, impact, movement, display authority, retro flavor, bracketed serifs, soft corners, diagonal stress, ink-trap hints, compact apertures.
A sturdy italic slab with broad proportions, hefty stems, and clearly defined slab serifs that read as slightly bracketed rather than fully square-cut. The stroke contrast is noticeable but controlled, with thicker verticals and slimmer joins and diagonals, producing a punchy rhythm without feeling delicate. Curves are full and rounded, counters are moderately open, and terminals tend toward blunt, squared finishing. The italic angle is pronounced and consistent, with crisp edges and a compact, headline-forward texture that stays even across caps, lowercase, and figures.
This face performs best in short, prominent settings such as headlines, pull quotes, posters, and branding where its slanted slabs can project impact. It also suits packaging and retro-styled editorial layouts that benefit from a dense, confident typographic voice.
The overall tone feels bold and extroverted, combining classic slab authority with a fast, slanted energy. It suggests a vintage editorial or athletic flavor—confident, loud, and attention-grabbing—while still remaining structured and readable at display sizes.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with an italic forward motion, pairing robust slab serifs and broad shapes to create a confident display workhorse for emphatic messaging and branded typography.
Uppercase forms look stable and blocky with strong serif footing, while the lowercase keeps a sturdy, workmanlike build rather than calligraphic delicacy. Numerals match the letterforms in weight and stance, giving tables or score-like settings a cohesive, emphatic presence.