Slab Contrasted Ibsu 3 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith; 'Corporative Slab', 'Faraon', and 'Sánchez Niu' by Latinotype; 'Weekly' by Los Andes; 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype; and 'Tabac Slab' by Suitcase Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, sports branding, retro, western, punchy, rugged, playful, impact, nostalgia, branding, energy, bracketed, blocky, ink-trap, rounded, compact.
A heavy, right-slanted slab serif with broad proportions and compact internal counters. Strokes are mostly even, with subtly thickened joins and a slightly softened, ink-trap-like shaping where stems meet serifs and diagonals. The serifs are blunt and strongly bracketed, producing a sturdy, poster-like silhouette. Curves are full and rounded (notably in O, C, G, and the lowercase bowls), while diagonals and terminals keep a squared-off, utilitarian finish. Numerals match the weight and stance, with bold, stable forms designed for impact.
Best suited to display settings where a strong, characterful voice is needed—posters, headlines, packaging labels, and storefront or event signage. It can also work for short bursts of text such as callouts, mastheads, and logo wordmarks where the bold slanted slabs become a defining brand cue.
The overall tone feels bold and nostalgic, recalling vintage signage and headline typography with a confident, rugged swagger. Its slanted stance adds motion and informality, keeping the voice energetic rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a vintage, sign-painter-inspired slab serif feel, balancing sturdy construction with a lively italicized rhythm. It prioritizes presence and personality over delicate detail, aiming for clear, attention-grabbing forms in display use.
The font maintains a consistent, dense color across lines, and the strong serif presence helps letters lock into a cohesive rhythm. In text, the heavy weight and tight counters make it most comfortable at larger sizes where the interior spaces open up visually.