Anime 80s SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

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Anime 80s SREF code

Use this code to get a Anime 80s style.
--sref 2617641756

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How to Use This Anime 80s SREF Code

Step 1: Find Your Style

Step 1: Find Your Style

Browse our extensive styles list and find the perfect style reference for your project.

Step 2: Copy the Code

Step 2: Copy the Code

Click the "Copy" button to get the SREF code. It's as simple as --sref XXXXX.

Step 3: Create Your Prompt

Step 3: Create Your Prompt

Combine your prompt with the SREF code. Don't forget the aspect ratio! e.g., --ar 16:9

What is Anime 80s SREF style

This aesthetic captures the peak of 1980s Japanese animation illustration, characterized by hyper-detailed rendering, dramatic, glossy highlights on hair and skin, and vibrant, often saturated color palettes. The linework is precise yet expressive, lending a cinematic quality to both character portraits and detailed landscapes. When using this as a style reference in Midjourney, expect highly polished results reminiscent of seminal OVA art. Crafting an effective prompt requires balancing the subject matter with strong visual descriptors like "glossy highlights" and "detailed rendering" to capture this specific retro-futuristic, high-fidelity look.

Anime 80s Prompt Ideas

  • Portrait of a brooding female detective in a trench coat, 1980s anime key visual, dramatic rim lighting, highly detailed flowing hair, cinematic rendering
  • Epic panoramic view of a rugged landscape reflecting a massive, detailed moon over a lake, 80s anime illustration, vibrant blue and orange palette, sharp focus
  • A reflective still life of glowing apples, bananas, and a candle on a table with subtle neon grid lines, anime 80s aesthetic, intense warm lighting, highly detailed texture
  • Lone motorcyclist speeding through a rainy futuristic city street at night, 1980s anime key visual, moody atmosphere, fine line art, film grain

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is a Midjourney Style Reference (--sref)?

A Style Reference, or SREF, is a powerful feature that lets you use the aesthetic of a reference image to influence the style of your generations. Our library provides the direct SREF code for thousands of styles.

How do I understand and use the Aspect Ratio (--ar) parameter?

The --ar parameter controls the aspect ratio of your image. For example, --ar 16:9 creates a widescreen image. Our guide provides a full list of supported ratios.

Why is my SREF code not working?

Ensure you are using a compatible Midjourney version (v6 or newer) and check for typos. Sometimes, strong keywords in your prompt can override the style; try reducing the style weight (e.g., --sw 250).

Can I use this SREF code with a Character Reference (--cref)?

Yes, --sref and --cref can be used together. This is a powerful combination to maintain a consistent character while applying a consistent style.

Which versions support style reference?

Style Reference is compatible with Midjourney versions 6, 7, and Niji 6.

What is the default image size for Midjourney V7?

Midjourney V7 creates upscaled images at 2048 x 2048 pixels for the default 1:1 aspect ratio.

What is the default style weight and what range can I use?

The default style weight is --sw 100. You can set it between 0 and 1000.

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