Slab Contrasted Ibho 5 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gimbal Egyptian' by AVP, 'Fairplex' by Emigre, 'Equip Slab' and 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Mundo Serif' by Monotype, 'Hybrid' by ParaType, and 'Kondolarge' by TypeK (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, editorial display, assertive, sporty, retro, punchy, confident, impact, dynamism, headline clarity, nostalgia, branding strength, bracketed, chunky, ink-trap-like, bouncy, high-impact.
A heavy, right-leaning slab serif with broad proportions and compact interior counters. Strokes show noticeable contrast, with thick verticals and robust, blocky serifs that read as slightly bracketed rather than razor-sharp. Curves are full and rounded (notably in C/O/S), while joins and terminals often feel squared-off, giving the face a strong, industrial backbone. Spacing is generous and the overall rhythm is energetic, with a bit of unevenness between wide rounds and tighter, more compact letters that adds a lively texture in text.
Best suited for display work where weight and slanted momentum help carry the message—headlines, posters, sports or team identities, promotional graphics, and bold packaging. It can work for short editorial pulls or deck copy, but its density and strong personality make it less ideal for long, small-size reading.
The font conveys a bold, competitive tone—confident and attention-seeking—with a distinctly retro, poster-and-sports flavor. Its italic slant and chunky slabs give it a sense of motion and urgency, making it feel spirited and extroverted rather than quiet or formal.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact with a fast, dynamic stance: a sturdy slab-serif structure combined with energetic proportions to feel both classic and action-oriented. It prioritizes presence, legibility at display sizes, and a recognizable, retro-leaning voice.
The lowercase has a slightly more playful, swelling feel than the uppercase, and round letters dominate the texture. Numerals are sturdy and open, matching the same heavy, slanted construction for consistent impact across headings and callouts.