Slab Contrasted Ibko 7 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Goodall' by Colophon Foundry, 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'Clab' by Eko Bimantara, 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype, and 'Museo Slab' and 'Museo Slab Rounded' by exljbris (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, sports branding, headlines, logotypes, packaging, sporty, retro, punchy, confident, energetic, impact, motion, athletic, headline, branding, slab serif, oblique, blocky, bracketed, rounded.
A heavy, forward-slanted slab serif with broad proportions and compact counters. Strokes are thick and largely even, with gently modulated joins that keep the texture smooth rather than rigid. Serifs read as sturdy slabs with slight bracketing and angled terminals that echo the oblique slant, producing a continuous rightward momentum. Curves are generously rounded (notably in O/C and the bowls of a, e, p), while diagonals in letters like N, V, W, X feel muscular and stable. Numerals are robust and clear, matching the letters’ weight and stance.
Best suited for display sizes where its strong slabs and italic momentum can read clearly—sports branding, event posters, bold editorial headlines, and logo wordmarks. It can also work on packaging or signage when you want a loud, retro-leaning impact, but its dense texture suggests avoiding very small sizes or long passages.
The overall tone is bold and upbeat, combining a vintage athletic feel with a modern, assertive presence. The strong slabbing and pronounced slant create a sense of speed and confidence, making the font feel energetic and attention-grabbing rather than formal or delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with an athletic, vintage-leaning voice: wide, sturdy letterforms, confident slab serifs, and a consistent oblique slant that communicates motion. It aims for clear, billboard-level readability and a distinctive, brand-forward silhouette.
The heavy weight and wide set create a dense, poster-like color on the page, especially in longer lines of text. The oblique construction is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, giving headlines a cohesive, dynamic rhythm.