Slab Contrasted Imre 6 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book typography, magazines, packaging, posters, literary, classic, formal, academic, emphasis, editorial voice, classic flavor, print presence, bracketed, wedge serifs, ink-trap feel, oldstyle figures, calligraphic.
A slanted serif design with sturdy, slab-like serifs and clear bracketing, combining confident vertical stems with softly tapered curves. Stroke contrast is noticeable but not extreme, giving the letters a crisp, engraved rhythm while keeping text color even. The capitals feel structured and slightly wide, with prominent feet and strong horizontals, while the lowercase shows more calligraphic movement and varied joins. Numerals appear oldstyle in spirit, with several figures showing diagonal stress and varying widths that add lively texture in running text.
This font is well suited to editorial typography such as magazine features, book interiors, and pull quotes where an italic voice is needed with authority. It also works effectively for display applications—posters, packaging, and title treatments—where its slabbed serifs and lively rhythm can provide a distinctive, classic character.
The overall tone reads as traditional and editorial—confident, bookish, and slightly ceremonial. Its italic stance adds forward motion and emphasis without becoming flamboyant, suggesting a voice suited to quotations, headings, and refined brand statements.
The design appears intended to blend robust slab-like serifs with an italic, calligraphic flow, offering an emphatic serif italic that remains readable and structured. It aims for a timeless, print-forward personality that can deliver both refinement and presence.
Serifs are substantial and visually active, helping the design hold up at larger sizes while maintaining a distinctive texture in text. Round letters show a gentle, diagonal stress, and the varied letter widths create a dynamic rhythm that feels intentional rather than purely mechanical.