Synthwave SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

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Synthwave SREF code

Use this code to get a Synthwave style.
--sref 1680893443

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How to Use This Synthwave 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 Synthwave SREF style

This aesthetic captures the vibrant, nostalgic glow of 1980s retro-futurism, defined by intense gradients of neon orange, magenta, and deep twilight hues. It often mixes clean digital geometry, like subtle grid lines and colossal celestial bodies, with organic elements or cinematic compositions. When crafting a **Midjourney** **prompt** for this **style**, emphasizing the saturated color palette and dramatic lighting—such as 'dramatic rim lighting' or 'gradient background'—is crucial to achieve this distinct, energetic yet moody visual language, often utilized for futuristic scene setting or evocative cover art.

Synthwave Prompt Ideas

  • A lone figure walking toward gigantic ringed planets setting over a foggy alien landscape, extreme orange and magenta gradient sky, cinematic, volumetric light
  • Profile portrait of a philosopher whose silhouette dissolves into glowing tropical foliage and geometric lines, intense amber lighting, moody, detailed digital art
  • Still life composition of ripe oranges in a dark bowl surrounded by shadow-draped plants, illuminated by heavy magenta and yellow ambient light, hyperdetailed
  • Interior of a retro-futuristic atrium with polished floors reflecting a neon sunset, featuring subtle scan lines and ethereal mist, dramatic composition

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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