Gentle Elegance SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

How to Use This Gentle Elegance SREF Code

Step 1: Find Your Style

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

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

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

What is Gentle Elegance SREF style

Gentle Elegance is an artistic style characterized by its delicate fusion of fine, clean line art with a soft, muted color palette. It evokes a sense of calm and grace, often reminiscent of high-quality book illustrations or modern comic art. When used in a Midjourney prompt, this style excels at creating serene portraits and tender scenes, capturing subtle emotions with understated sophistication. The focus is on clean lines and gentle shading rather than bold colors, making the 'Gentle Elegance' style perfect for conveying a timeless, ethereal beauty.

Gentle Elegance Prompt Ideas

A portrait of a young woman with freckles and wind-swept hair, looking thoughtfully at the viewer, gentle elegance style, clean lines, soft muted colors --ar 4:5 --style raw
A solitary deer standing in a misty forest at dawn, style of gentle elegance, delicate ink lines, soft watercolor wash of greens and grays, serene atmosphere --ar 16:9
A still life of a porcelain teacup and a wilting rose on a wooden table, gentle elegance style, fine line art, subtle pastel coloring, soft morning light --ar 3:2
An elderly man and his granddaughter sitting on a park bench, sharing a quiet moment, rendered in a gentle elegance style, expressive fine lines, desaturated color palette, nostalgic mood --ar 7:4

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.