Slab Contrasted Ibvi 10 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bluteau Slab' by DSType, 'Clavo' by Dada Studio, 'FF Kievit Slab' and 'FF Milo Slab' by FontFont, and 'Questa Slab' by The Questa Project (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, confident, vintage, sporty, punchy, friendly, impact, emphasis, nostalgia, display, slab serif, bracketed, oblique, rounded, blocky.
A heavy, oblique slab-serif with broad, blocky forms and clearly bracketed serifs. Strokes stay largely even in weight, with only modest modulation, creating a dense, solid typographic color. Counters are compact but open enough to remain legible, and many joins and terminals show slightly softened corners that keep the mass from feeling rigid. The rhythm is energetic and forward-leaning, with sturdy horizontals and pronounced slab feet giving letters a grounded, poster-like presence.
This face performs best in headlines, titles, and short-to-medium display copy where its bold slabs and slanted energy can carry the layout. It’s well suited to branding systems, sports or collegiate-style graphics, packaging, and promotional materials that benefit from a strong, vintage-leaning voice. For longer text, it works most comfortably when given generous size and spacing to prevent the heavy texture from feeling tight.
The overall tone is bold and assertive with a nostalgic, editorial flavor—equal parts athletic and classic. Its slanted stance and chunky slabs suggest motion and emphasis, making it feel lively rather than formal. It reads as approachable and robust, suited to messaging that wants to feel confident and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended to deliver a powerful, high-impact italic slab voice—combining sturdy, sign-like serifs with an energetic slant for emphasis. It aims to be highly recognizable at a glance, offering a confident display texture that evokes classic print and athletic branding cues.
Uppercase characters present strong, compact silhouettes with prominent slabs, while the lowercase keeps a sturdy, readable structure that holds up well in dense settings. Numerals match the heavy, italicized texture and feel designed to headline alongside letters rather than recede. The consistent weight and strong serifs create a distinctive texture that becomes a key part of the visual identity when used at display sizes.