Slab Contrasted Ibjy 4 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bluteau Slab' by DSType, 'Corporative Slab' by Latinotype, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, 'PF Bague Slab Pro' by Parachute, 'Kheops' by Tipo Pèpel, and 'Rogliano' by TipoType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, editorial headlines, sporty, retro, assertive, playful, headline, impact, momentum, heritage display, brand presence, chunky, bracketed, ink-trap, soft corners, compact apertures.
A heavy, forward-leaning slab serif with broad proportions, rounded joins, and strongly bracketed, blocky serifs. Strokes are largely even in weight, with only modest modulation, and the curves are generously filled, creating compact counters and sturdy silhouettes. Terminals and inside corners show subtle scoops and notches that read like mild ink-traps, helping keep shapes open at display sizes. Uppercase forms are wide and stable; lowercase is similarly robust with a single-storey a and g, and a stout, low-contrast figure set that matches the mass of the letters.
This font is well suited to attention-first typography such as posters, sports and event branding, bold packaging panels, and storefront or wayfinding signage. It also works effectively for editorial headlines and pull quotes where a strong, energetic slab presence is desired.
The overall tone is bold and extroverted, combining a vintage athletic energy with a friendly, approachable heft. Its slanted stance and chunky slabs give it momentum and confidence, while the softened geometry keeps it from feeling severe.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a fast, slanted rhythm and a sturdy slab-serif structure, echoing classic display and athletic lettering while maintaining a smooth, contemporary finish for modern headline use.
Spacing appears generous enough for large settings, but the dense counters and thick joins suggest it performs best when given breathing room through size or tracking. The italic angle is consistent across cases, giving lines a continuous, energetic rhythm.