Slab Contrasted Hole 1 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Askan' by Hoftype, 'Mundo Serif' by Monotype, and 'Mediator Serif' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, packaging, sports, retro, assertive, sporty, headline, playful, impact, nostalgia, motion, display, bracketed, chunky, rounded, ink-trap feel, bouncy.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and a compact, dense texture. Strokes show noticeable modulation, with thick verticals and tapered joins that create a subtly calligraphic rhythm. The serifs are blocky and strongly bracketed, often flowing into the stems with rounded transitions that keep corners from feeling sharp. Letterforms are energetic and slightly irregular in width, with punchy bowls, generous counters in the larger shapes, and a lively baseline presence that reads distinctly in display sizes.
Best suited for headlines, posters, signage, and branding where a bold, vintage-leaning voice is desirable. It also works well on packaging and merchandise, especially in energetic or sporty contexts. For longer text, it benefits from ample size and spacing to keep the dense weight and angled forms from feeling crowded.
The overall tone is bold and extroverted, evoking vintage sports lettering and mid-century advertising. Its slanted stance and chunky slabs add motion and confidence, while the rounded terminals keep it approachable rather than severe. The result feels attention-grabbing and characterful, with a playful swagger that suits expressive messaging.
Likely designed as a high-impact italic slab for display typography, combining old-style, sign-painting-inspired modulation with sturdy slab serifs for strong readability at large sizes. The intent appears to be creating a distinctive, energetic voice that stands out immediately in advertising and titling.
The design’s visual emphasis comes from strong weight, pronounced serif mass, and tapered interior shaping that can create dark spots in tight settings. Numerals and capitals appear built for impact, with a robust, poster-like footprint and clear differentiation between forms.