Slab Contrasted Mihi 4 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, packaging, book covers, vintage, confident, literary, dynamic, expressive italic, classic authority, print revival, display impact, bracketed, wedge serifs, calligraphic, ball terminals, sweeping curves.
This is an italic, high-contrast serif with bold, slab-like wedge serifs and visibly bracketed joins. Strokes show a clear thick–thin rhythm with tapered terminals, giving curves and diagonals a lively, drawn quality rather than a purely mechanical one. The capitals are sturdy and slightly wide in feel, while the lowercase features energetic entry/exit strokes, occasional ball terminals, and a flowing, slanted baseline rhythm. Numerals match the text color with strong contrast and italic movement, maintaining a cohesive, display-oriented texture.
It suits headlines, pull quotes, and editorial titling where a strong serif voice is needed with added motion from the italic. The distinctive contrast and bold serifs also make it a good fit for posters, packaging, and book covers that aim for a classic, print-inspired personality.
The overall tone feels vintage and editorial, blending robust serif authority with a spirited, slightly theatrical italic flair. It suggests classic print—bookish and formal—but with enough motion and contrast to read as expressive and attention-getting.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional serif presence with heightened contrast and an italic, calligraphic energy, creating a display-friendly face that feels rooted in classic printing while remaining visually animated.
The italic angle is consistent and contributes to a forward-leaning cadence in text. Serifs are prominent and dark, helping the design hold up in larger sizes where the contrast and curved details become a defining feature.