Slab Contrasted Imsy 9 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book display, headlines, pull quotes, classical, assertive, literary, refined, strong italic, editorial emphasis, traditional voice, bracketed, slab serifs, oblique axis, tight set, crisp terminals.
An italic serif with sturdy, slab-like bracketed serifs and a clearly angled stress. Strokes show noticeable contrast without becoming delicate, with firm verticals and tapered joins that keep counters open. Proportions feel compact and slightly condensed, and the overall rhythm is energetic due to the consistent slant and sharp, clean terminals. Numerals are similarly italicized and sturdy, matching the text’s weight and serif treatment for a unified texture.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as magazine features, headlines, subheads, and pull quotes where an italic voice should feel intentional and structured. It can also serve as a distinctive book display italic for titles, chapter openers, and short passages that need emphasis without losing typographic authority.
The tone balances classic bookish refinement with a confident, slightly forceful presence. Its italic motion reads expressive and editorial rather than casual, giving text a sense of emphasis and momentum while staying formal.
Likely designed to deliver a traditional italic with extra backbone—combining classic serif forms with slab-like reinforcement for stronger emphasis and clearer presence in display and editorial settings.
Letterforms maintain a disciplined, traditional construction with pronounced serifs that create strong horizontal accents across lines. The sample text shows a dense, high-ink color and steady cadence that holds together well in continuous reading, especially where emphasis is desired.