Slab Contrasted Agri 5 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, branding, posters, book covers, classic, confident, literary, formal, emphasis, editorial voice, heritage tone, readable display, slab serif, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, lively, robust.
A sturdy, italic slab serif with broad proportions and a lively, right-leaning rhythm. Strokes show clear modulation, with thicker verticals and tapered joins that keep counters open and forms legible. Serifs are bold and mostly bracketed, giving terminals a grounded, inked-in feel rather than a sharp, mechanical finish. Curves are generous and slightly flattened in places, producing a confident texture with noticeable momentum across lines.
Well-suited to headlines, decks, and pull quotes where an italic voice is desired without sacrificing weight and structure. The robust slabs and open counters also make it a strong option for branding, packaging, and book or magazine covers that need a traditional yet dynamic tone.
The overall tone is editorial and classic, balancing authority with a hint of humanist movement. Its assertive slabs and energetic italic stance evoke traditional publishing and heritage branding while staying friendly enough for contemporary display use.
The design appears aimed at delivering an emphatic italic companion with substantial slab serifs and a readable, text-friendly structure. It prioritizes a strong printed presence and classic typographic flavor while maintaining clarity at larger text sizes.
In text, the wide set and strong serifs create a pronounced horizontal presence and a dark, even color. The italic construction reads as true italic rather than simply slanted, with distinctive letter shapes and energetic diagonals that emphasize pace and emphasis.