Slab Contrasted Ihfo 2 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, branding, packaging, assertive, energetic, retro, sporty, headline impact, strong emphasis, poster utility, robust readability, italic dynamism, blocky, bracketed, chunky, dense, heavy serif.
The design is a heavy, italic serif with pronounced, squared slab terminals and a compact, muscular texture on the line. Strokes show noticeable thick–thin modulation, and the serifs appear blocky and bracketed enough to keep joins smooth while still reading as robust. The italic angle is consistent, with rounded counters and generous curves that prevent the weight from feeling brittle, producing a dense but readable rhythm in text.
Best suited for headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and branding moments that need bold, italicized emphasis with a grounded serif voice. It can work well in sports or event posters, packaging, menu and signage accents, and editorial layouts where you want a compact, high-contrast texture that holds up in short paragraphs or lead-ins.
This typeface feels assertive and energetic, with a brisk, forward-leaning posture that reads as confident and attention-seeking. Its chunky serifs and dark color give it a sturdy, slightly retro tone that can suggest editorial punch, classic Americana, or sport-and-poster immediacy depending on context.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver strong emphasis with an italic slant while retaining the stability and legibility associated with slab-like serifs. The combination of substantial weight, clear contrast, and sturdy terminals suggests an intention to perform especially well at display sizes where impact and character are priorities.
The numerals and capitals carry a similarly weighty, squared-off feel, helping the font maintain a consistent dark tone across mixed-case and figures. In the sample text, the dense spacing and strong serif structure create a compact, high-impact paragraph color that favors display-oriented typesetting over airy, minimalist settings.