Slab Contrasted Wiba 14 is a very bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Aman' by Blaze Type, 'FS Kim' by Fontsmith, 'ITC Souvenir' by ITC, 'Alkaria' by Konstantine Studio, 'Bogue' and 'Bogue Slab' by Melvastype, and 'Mediator Serif' by ParaType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, editorial display, vintage, collegiate, robust, authoritative, friendly, impact, heritage, display clarity, brand presence, headline strength, bracketed, bulky, ink-trap free, compact counters, rounded joins.
A heavy, bracketed slab-serif with pronounced, blocky terminals and confident vertical stress. Strokes show clear contrast for a slab face, with thick stems paired to sturdy, rectangular serifs that are softly bracketed rather than sharply cut. The proportions are generously wide with ample weight in the curves, producing compact internal counters and a strong, even color in text. Uppercase forms are broad and stable, while the lowercase keeps a straightforward, sturdy structure with ball terminals and chunky details that maintain legibility at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short bursts of copy where a strong slab presence is desirable. It can work well for sports and collegiate branding, product packaging, and editorial display typography where a confident, vintage-leaning voice is needed. In longer passages it will create a very dark, emphatic texture, so generous tracking and leading can help.
The overall tone feels classic and institutional—evoking editorial gravitas, collegiate signage, and vintage American print. Its mass and assertive serifs read as dependable and emphatic, while the rounded transitions keep it from feeling harsh. The result is bold, approachable authority with a nostalgic undertone.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact through sturdy slab serifs, wide proportions, and a controlled dose of contrast—balancing classic, traditional lettershapes with a bold, contemporary display weight. It prioritizes recognizability and punch for branding and headline settings.
The font’s dense weight and substantial serifs create strong word-shapes and prominent punctuation, making it especially attention-grabbing in all-caps. Numerals match the letterforms with similarly sturdy curves and clear, traditional forms, contributing to a cohesive, poster-ready texture.