Vivid Legacies SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

How to Use This Vivid Legacies 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 Vivid Legacies SREF style

Vivid Legacies is an art style that masterfully blends traditional East Asian aesthetics with a modern, illustrative flair. It's defined by a striking and symbolic color palette—predominantly vibrant reds, stark whites, and deep grays—creating high-contrast, visually captivating scenes. This style excels at rendering mythical figures, fantastical landscapes, and ornate architecture with clean lines and intricate detail. When used in a Midjourney prompt, the 'Vivid Legacies' style produces ethereal and narrative-rich images, perfect for creators looking to evoke a sense of timeless fantasy and cultural heritage.

Vivid Legacies Prompt Ideas

A portrait of a mythical spirit woman, her face painted with red markings, white hair flowing like clouds, adorned with crimson peonies, in the style of Vivid Legacies, intricate details, fantasy illustration --ar 2:3
A hidden temple perched on a cliffside amidst swirling clouds, a single ancient red maple tree growing beside it, a winding path leading up, in the style of Vivid Legacies, serene, mystical atmosphere, panoramic view --ar 16:9
An ethereal white dragon coiling around a jagged black mountain peak, its scales shimmering with red undertones, storm clouds gathering, in the style of Vivid Legacies, dynamic composition, powerful energy --ar 3:2
An ornate ceramic tea set on a dark wood table, steam rising in stylized swirls, a single red lantern glowing softly in the background, in the style of Vivid Legacies, high contrast, detailed patterns --ar 4:5

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.