Slab Contrasted Ibde 11 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Karbid Slab' by FontFont, 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith, 'Equip Slab' and 'Foro Rounded' by Hoftype, 'Sanchez' and 'Sanchez Slab' by Latinotype, and 'Metronic Slab Pro' by Mostardesign (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, editorial display, athletic, retro, punchy, confident, headline, impact, motion, display clarity, retro flavor, brand presence, slab serif, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, teardrop terminals, soft corners.
A heavy, right-slanted slab serif with broad proportions and tightly packed counters. Strokes are robust with only modest modulation, and the slab terminals are substantial and often slightly bracketed, giving joins a cushioned, sturdy feel. Curves are generously rounded, with distinctive teardrop/ball-like terminals on several lowercase forms (notably the r and f), while caps maintain blocky, stable silhouettes. Numerals are similarly weighty and compact, designed to hold their shape at large sizes.
Best suited to display settings where strong presence is required: headlines, posters, punchy editorial callouts, and bold packaging. It can also work for sports-themed branding or event graphics where an energetic, high-impact italic slab serif is desirable.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, combining a sporty, poster-like impact with a familiar vintage flavor. Its bold slant and chunky slabs create a sense of motion and confidence, making the voice feel upbeat and attention-grabbing rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum emphasis and momentum through a bold italic stance, wide letterforms, and hefty slab serifs. It prioritizes recognizability and graphic punch in short-to-medium text runs, aiming for a classic display feel with contemporary solidity.
The italic angle is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, and the spacing reads intentionally snug for impact. The heavier slabs and rounded detailing emphasize rhythm and texture in lines of text, producing a strong typographic “color” that stands out in short phrases.