What are --sref Styles

MidJourney's --sref codes work like paint reference codes at a paint store. When you go to the store and give them a number for a specific paint color, the person behind the counter knows exactly what color to mix just by that number. Similarly, when you give MidJourney an --sref number, it knows exactly what style to use based on that code. It’s like saying, "I want my new picture to have the same style as this one," and MidJourney mixes up the right style, just like the paint shop mixes the right color.

How to Use --sref Styles

The --sref parameter allows you to reference specific style numbers to apply consistent styling to your MidJourney images. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use --sref styles effectively.

Step 1: Choose a Style Number

Browse through the styles available on our gallery page and pick a style that you like. Each style image has a unique style number displayed under it, prefixed with --sref. For example: --sref 1234567890.

Step 2: Use the Style Number in Your Prompt

When creating a new image in MidJourney, include the chosen style number in your prompt using the --sref parameter. Here's how you can structure your prompt: 

/imagine prompt: [Your Description] --sref [Style Number]

Replace [Your Description] with your image description, and [Style Number] with the selected style number.

**Example:**

Example without sref style

/imagine prompt: Portrait of a mystical human-deer hybrid, porous face covered in fine, earthy fur, adorned with a crown of twisted antlers wrapped in moss and autumn leaves. Soft, haunting eyes, human-like but with a glint of forest wisdom, peer through the foliage. Their skin seamlessly transitions into bark-like textures along the jawline, as if nature itself weaves through their essence. Dim, dappled forest light filters in, casting a somber glow that enhances the serene yet imposing aura of the woodland guardian. --ar 2:1 --s 1000 --v 6.1

Example with sref style 797035265

/imagine prompt: Portrait of a mystical human-deer hybrid, porous face covered in fine, earthy fur, adorned with a crown of twisted antlers wrapped in moss and autumn leaves. Soft, haunting eyes, human-like but with a glint of forest wisdom, peer through the foliage. Their skin seamlessly transitions into bark-like textures along the jawline, as if nature itself weaves through their essence. Dim, dappled forest light filters in, casting a somber glow that enhances the serene yet imposing aura of the woodland guardian. --ar 2:1 --s 1000 --v 6.1 --sref 797035265

Example with sref style 797035265 and 2821

/imagine prompt: Portrait of a mystical human-deer hybrid, porous face covered in fine, earthy fur, adorned with a crown of twisted antlers wrapped in moss and autumn leaves. Soft, haunting eyes, human-like but with a glint of forest wisdom, peer through the foliage. Their skin seamlessly transitions into bark-like textures along the jawline, as if nature itself weaves through their essence. Dim, dappled forest light filters in, casting a somber glow that enhances the serene yet imposing aura of the woodland guardian. --ar 2:1 --s 1000 --v 6.1 --sref 797035265 2821

You can combine as many styles as you want. The sky is the limit.

Step 3: Generate Your Image

Submit your prompt, and MidJourney will generate an image that incorporates the style associated with the style number you provided. The result should reflect both your description and the chosen style.

Tips for Using --sref Styles

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Additional Resources

For more detailed information on using style references and other advanced parameters, visit the official MidJourney documentation:

Need Help?

If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to the MidStyles community or check out the FAQs.