Slab Contrasted Ibgy 7 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Slab' by Artegra, 'Codename FX' by Differentialtype, 'Ciutadella Slab' by Emtype Foundry, 'ITC Lubalin Graph' by ITC, 'Metronic Slab Narrow' by Mostardesign, and 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, logotypes, sporty, retro, assertive, editorial, rugged, impact, momentum, retro display, brand emphasis, slab serifs, bracketed, oblique stress, compact counters, sturdy.
A heavy, oblique slab-serif with compact, sturdy proportions and strongly weighted horizontals. The letterforms lean consistently to the right with broad, squared serifs that read as firmly bracketed rather than hairline-sharp, creating a solid, planted baseline. Curves are full and tightly controlled, with relatively small apertures and counters for a dense, punchy silhouette. Stroke transitions show a subtle, practical contrast that supports the slabs without feeling delicate, and the overall rhythm is energetic and slightly condensed in feel due to the weight and italic slant.
Best suited to headlines, posters, packaging, and branding where a forceful italic slab voice is needed. It can also work for short editorial callouts and logo wordmarks that benefit from a retro-sport character and high visual mass.
The tone is bold and athletic, evoking classic varsity and mid-century display typography with a confident, workmanlike attitude. Its slanted stance and blocky serifs convey motion and emphasis, making it feel promotional and headline-forward rather than quiet or neutral.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, energetic slab-serif italic that reads quickly at display sizes and projects strength and momentum. Its emphasis is on impact and recognizable character, balancing sturdy slabs with a controlled, slightly contrasted construction for legibility in bold settings.
The numerals and capitals present a strong, poster-ready presence, while the lowercase maintains the same muscular construction and forward tilt for cohesive texture in longer lines. Overall spacing appears designed for impact, with shapes that hold together well in dense settings.