The Prompt Library
A collection of AI image generation formulas for creating modern and emerging brands as 1970s retail stores. Each template captures the distinctive aesthetic of different store types from that era. Replace [BRAND_NAME] with your chosen brand to generate consistent, authentic 70s imagery.
Record Store
Example: Spotify
A photorealistic 1970s record store storefront with [BRAND_NAME] signage. Vinyl records on display, warm lighting, psychedelic art deco patterns, vintage turntables, mosaic tile floor, period-appropriate shoppers. 1970s film photography style.
Key Visual Elements
- Vinyl records
- Psychedelic patterns
- Warm lighting
- Mosaic tile floors
- Vintage turntables
- Art deco design
Punk Shop
Example: Liquid Death
A photorealistic 1970s punk and metal shop interior for [BRAND_NAME]. Dark walls, neon signage, studded leather mannequins, product displays stacked like ammunition, gritty checker floor, chains and band posters. Moody punk aesthetic, 1970s film photography.
Key Visual Elements
- Dark atmosphere
- Neon signage
- Studded leather
- Checker floor
- Band posters
- Chains and metal
- Moody lighting
Fashion Boutique
Example: KITH
A photorealistic 1970s upscale clothing boutique storefront for [BRAND_NAME]. Warm wood paneling, curated clothing racks, soft lighting, minimalist displays, earth tone palette, period-appropriate well-dressed shoppers. 1970s film photography style.
Key Visual Elements
- Wood paneling
- Curated displays
- Soft lighting
- Earth tones
- Minimalist aesthetic
- Well-dressed shoppers
Video Rental
Example: Netflix
A photorealistic 1970s video rental store for [BRAND_NAME]. Rows of VHS/Betamax tapes on wooden shelves, hand-written labels, warm fluorescent lighting, movie posters on walls, carpet floor. Cozy neighborhood store, 1970s film photography.
Key Visual Elements
- VHS/Betamax tapes
- Wooden shelves
- Hand-written labels
- Movie posters
- Carpet floor
- Fluorescent lighting
Candy Store
Example: Tony's Chocolonely
A photorealistic 1970s psychedelic candy shop storefront for [BRAND_NAME]. Kaleidoscopic murals, colorful window displays, swirling patterns, globe lights, eclectic signage, bell-bottomed pedestrians. Maximalist psychedelic 1970s aesthetic.
Key Visual Elements
- Psychedelic patterns
- Kaleidoscopic murals
- Swirling designs
- Globe lights
- Bell-bottoms
- Maximalist style
- Vibrant colors
Library/Tech
Example: Google
A photorealistic 1970s library and information center for [BRAND_NAME]. Card catalogue drawers, vintage CRT computer terminals, wooden bookshelves, warm desk lamps, earth tones, academic atmosphere. 1970s institutional aesthetic.
Key Visual Elements
- Card catalogues
- CRT terminals
- Wooden bookshelves
- Desk lamps
- Earth tones
- Academic atmosphere
Travel Agency
Example: Airbnb
A photorealistic 1970s travel agency office for [BRAND_NAME]. Wood paneling, destination posters on walls, cork pinboard with photos, warm office lighting, globe on desk, typewriter, earth tones. Cozy 1970s office aesthetic.
Key Visual Elements
- Wood paneling
- Destination posters
- Cork pinboard
- Globe
- Typewriter
- Office lighting
Finance/Bank
Example: Coinbase
A photorealistic 1970s groovy bank branch for [BRAND_NAME]. Wavy psychedelic patterns, orange and brown color palette, macramé decorations, teller windows with retro signage. 1970s institutional meets counterculture aesthetic.
Key Visual Elements
- Wavy patterns
- Orange & brown palette
- Macramé
- Teller windows
- Psychedelic design
- Institutional style
Short Film Store
Example: TikTok
A photorealistic 1970s short film and Super 8 store for [BRAND_NAME]. Small cramped shop with film reels, projection equipment, hand-painted signage, vintage movie cameras on display. 1970s independent film aesthetic.
Key Visual Elements
- Film reels
- Projection equipment
- Hand-painted signage
- Vintage cameras
- Cramped space
- Independent aesthetic
Bookshop
Example: Amazon
A photorealistic 1970s cozy bookshop and record store for [BRAND_NAME]. Wooden shelves packed with books and vinyl, warm yellow lighting, narrow aisles, handwritten section signs, browsing customers. 1970s neighborhood shop aesthetic.
Key Visual Elements
- Packed shelves
- Books & vinyl
- Warm yellow lighting
- Narrow aisles
- Handwritten signs
- Cozy atmosphere
Health Food/Nutrition
Example: Huel
A photorealistic 1970s health food and nutrition store for [BRAND_NAME]. Earth-toned shelves with glass jars, brown paper packaging, macramé plant hangers, natural wood displays, hand-lettered price tags. 1970s health-conscious aesthetic.
Key Visual Elements
- Glass jars
- Brown paper packaging
- Macramé plant hangers
- Natural wood
- Hand-lettered tags
- Earth tones
General Tips
- Always include "photorealistic" and "1970s film photography style" in your prompt for authentic period aesthetic
- Mention specific 70s elements like wood paneling, earth tones, and bell-bottoms to ground the image in the era
- Include "period-appropriate shoppers" or "pedestrians" to add life and authenticity to the scene
- Specify lighting type: warm, fluorescent, or neon depending on the store type
- Mention floor type: mosaic tile, checker, carpet, or wood for environmental detail
- For tech brands, reference vintage technology like CRT monitors, typewriters, or rotary phones
- For edgy brands, embrace psychedelic patterns and counterculture aesthetics
- Keep the brand name placement natural - on signage, windows, or product displays
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