Slab Contrasted Ihra 7 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Kievit Slab' by FontFont, 'CamingoSlab' by Jan Fromm, and 'TheSerif' by LucasFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, editorial display, sporty, confident, vintage, assertive, energetic, impact, momentum, ruggedness, display emphasis, brand voice, slab serif, bracketed slabs, oblique stress, ink-trap hints, tight apertures.
A heavy, oblique slab-serif with compact curves and strongly anchored, blocky serifs. Strokes are broadly even in thickness with modest modulation, and joins are robust, producing a dense, dark texture. The serifs read as bracketed slabs with squared terminals, while counters stay relatively tight and apertures tend toward closed, especially in letters like C, S, and e. The italic construction is clearly drawn (not just mechanically slanted), with a forward-leaning rhythm and lively, slightly condensed internal spaces in the lowercase.
Best suited to display settings where strong presence is needed: headlines, sports and team branding, event posters, and packaging labels. It can also work for short editorial callouts or deck text where a bold italic voice is desired, but the dense color and tight apertures favor larger sizes.
The overall tone feels bold and competitive, with a classic, editorial-athletic flavor. Its steep forward motion and weight convey urgency and impact, while the slab structure adds a rugged, workmanlike confidence.
The design appears intended to deliver a forceful italic voice that combines slab-serif solidity with forward momentum. It prioritizes impact, uniformity of weight, and a cohesive, high-energy texture across letters and numerals.
Uppercase forms are wide and emphatic with sturdy horizontals, and the lowercase maintains a consistent, punchy cadence in text. Figures are stout and sturdy, matching the weight and serif treatment of the letters, which helps keep mixed alphanumeric settings visually unified.