Slab Contrasted Ibde 1 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith, 'Emy Slab' by Latinotype, 'Cyntho Next Slab' by Mint Type, 'Egyptian Slate' by Monotype, 'Metronic Slab Pro' by Mostardesign, 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry, and 'Tabac Slab' by Suitcase Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, sports branding, editorial display, retro, assertive, sporty, rugged, confident, impact, display clarity, retro flavor, athletic tone, brand presence, slab serif, bracketed serifs, rounded corners, ink traps, soft terminals.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and compact interior counters. Strokes are thick with only modest modulation, and the slab serifs read as sturdy, slightly bracketed blocks that soften into the stems rather than ending sharply. Many joins and corners are subtly rounded, and several glyphs show small notches or ink-trap-like cut-ins that help keep counters open at this weight. The overall rhythm is dense and punchy, with sturdy verticals, wide bowls, and a consistent forward slant across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
This face is best suited to display settings where strong presence is needed—headlines, posters, large-scale signage, and punchy editorial callouts. It can also work well in branding and packaging that wants a rugged, retro-leaning slab-serif voice, especially when set with generous tracking to let counters breathe.
The tone is bold and energetic, combining a workmanlike sturdiness with a vintage, poster-ready flair. Its italic slant and chunky slabs give it a lively, sporty feel that still reads grounded and dependable.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact with a stable slab-serif foundation, using a consistent italic angle and softened details to keep the heavy forms readable and energetic. Its overall construction suggests a font meant to feel bold, vintage, and athletic while remaining clear in large sizes.
Lowercase forms appear built for impact more than delicacy: single-storey constructions and large, simplified shapes keep the texture even in long lines. Numerals match the letters in weight and stance, reinforcing a cohesive, headline-oriented voice.