Retro Gaze SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

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Retro Gaze SREF code

Use this code to get a Retro Gaze style.
--sref 188566174

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How to Use This Retro Gaze 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 Retro Gaze SREF style

Retro Gaze encapsulates the soulful, cinematic nostalgia of the 1970s and 80s, characterized by its warm, muted color palettes and soft, often dramatic lighting. This evocative style excels at creating portraits and scenes with a contemplative, dreamy atmosphere, reminiscent of vintage film photography or classic oil paintings. When using this style in Midjourney, your prompt can generate images with a distinct sense of timelessness and emotional depth. The focus is on capturing a specific mood—a longing look or a moment of quiet reflection—all filtered through a beautifully aged, analog aesthetic.

Retro Gaze Prompt Ideas

  • A woman with dark wavy hair, her face illuminated by a single warm light source, looking up and away, painted in a retro gaze style, moody atmosphere, oil on canvas texture, cinematic --ar 2:3 --style raw
  • A lone figure standing on a rain-slicked city street at dusk, neon signs reflecting in the puddles, captured in a retro gaze style, grainy 35mm film photo, nostalgic 1980s aesthetic, cinematic lighting --ar 16:9
  • A vintage rotary telephone on a wooden desk next to a half-empty glass of whiskey, soft window light, retro gaze style, shallow depth of field, colors are muted and warm, a sense of quiet waiting --ar 3:2
  • The feeling of a faded memory, an old photograph of a summer afternoon, sun flares and lens dust, in the style of retro gaze, soft focus, desaturated warm tones, ethereal and dreamlike --ar 4:3

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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