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Style Reference
Core Styles
Simplified style tier for quick selection:
| Core Style | Maps To | Best For |
|---|---|---|
vector |
vector-illustration | Knowledge articles, tutorials, tech content |
minimal-flat |
notion | General, knowledge sharing, SaaS |
sci-fi |
blueprint | AI, frontier tech, system design |
hand-drawn |
sketch/warm | Relaxed, reflective, casual content |
editorial |
editorial | Processes, data, journalism |
scene |
warm/watercolor | Narratives, emotional, lifestyle |
poster |
screen-print | Opinion, editorial, cultural, cinematic |
Use Core Styles for most cases. See full Style Gallery below for granular control.
Style Gallery
| Style | Description | Best For |
|---|---|---|
vector-illustration |
Clean flat vector art with bold shapes | Knowledge articles, tutorials, tech content |
notion |
Minimalist hand-drawn line art | Knowledge sharing, SaaS, productivity |
elegant |
Refined, sophisticated | Business, thought leadership |
warm |
Friendly, approachable | Personal growth, lifestyle, education |
minimal |
Ultra-clean, zen-like | Philosophy, minimalism, core concepts |
blueprint |
Technical schematics | Architecture, system design, engineering |
watercolor |
Soft artistic with natural warmth | Lifestyle, travel, creative |
editorial |
Magazine-style infographic | Tech explainers, journalism |
scientific |
Academic precise diagrams | Biology, chemistry, technical research |
chalkboard |
Classroom chalk drawing style | Education, teaching, explanations |
fantasy-animation |
Ghibli/Disney-inspired hand-drawn | Storybook, magical, emotional |
flat |
Modern bold geometric shapes | Modern digital, contemporary |
flat-doodle |
Cute flat with bold outlines | Cute, friendly, approachable |
intuition-machine |
Technical briefing with aged paper | Technical briefings, academic |
nature |
Organic earthy illustration | Environmental, wellness |
pixel-art |
Retro 8-bit gaming aesthetic | Gaming, retro tech |
playful |
Whimsical pastel doodles | Fun, casual, educational |
retro |
80s/90s neon geometric | 80s/90s nostalgic, bold |
sketch |
Raw pencil notebook style | Brainstorming, creative exploration |
screen-print |
Bold poster art, halftone textures, limited colors | Opinion, editorial, cultural, cinematic |
sketch-notes |
Soft hand-drawn warm notes | Educational, warm notes |
vintage |
Aged parchment historical | Historical, heritage |
Full specifications: references/styles/<style>.md
Type × Style Compatibility Matrix
| vector-illustration | notion | warm | minimal | blueprint | watercolor | elegant | editorial | scientific | screen-print | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| infographic | ✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ | ✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ | ✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ |
| scene | ✓ | ✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✓✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✓✓ |
| flowchart | ✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓✓ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| comparison | ✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| framework | ✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ | ✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✗ | ✓✓ | ✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ |
| timeline | ✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
✓✓ = highly recommended | ✓ = compatible | ✗ = not recommended
Auto Selection by Type
| Type | Primary Style | Secondary Styles |
|---|---|---|
| infographic | vector-illustration | notion, blueprint, editorial |
| scene | warm | watercolor, elegant |
| flowchart | vector-illustration | notion, blueprint |
| comparison | vector-illustration | notion, elegant |
| framework | blueprint | vector-illustration, notion |
| timeline | elegant | warm, editorial |
Auto Selection by Content Signals
| Content Signals | Recommended Type | Recommended Style |
|---|---|---|
| API, metrics, data, comparison, numbers | infographic | blueprint, vector-illustration |
| Knowledge, concept, tutorial, learning, guide | infographic | vector-illustration, notion |
| Tech, AI, programming, development, code | infographic | vector-illustration, blueprint |
| How-to, steps, workflow, process, tutorial | flowchart | vector-illustration, notion |
| Framework, model, architecture, principles | framework | blueprint, vector-illustration |
| vs, pros/cons, before/after, alternatives | comparison | vector-illustration, notion |
| Story, emotion, journey, experience, personal | scene | warm, watercolor |
| History, timeline, progress, evolution | timeline | elegant, warm |
| Productivity, SaaS, tool, app, software | infographic | notion, vector-illustration |
| Business, professional, strategy, corporate | framework | elegant |
| Opinion, editorial, culture, philosophy, cinematic, dramatic, poster | scene | screen-print |
| Biology, chemistry, medical, scientific | infographic | scientific |
| Explainer, journalism, magazine, investigation | infographic | editorial |
Style Characteristics by Type
infographic + vector-illustration
- Clean flat vector shapes, bold geometric forms
- Vibrant but harmonious color palette
- Clear visual hierarchy with icons and labels
- Modern, professional, highly readable
- Perfect for knowledge articles and tutorials
infographic + vector-illustration (warm palette)
- Same rendering: flat vector, black outlines, geometric simplification
- Warm-only palette: terracotta, gold, brown tones on soft peach
- Modern-retro feel, approachable and brand-friendly
- Best for product showcases, team intros, feature grids, brand content
flowchart + vector-illustration
- Bold arrows and connectors
- Distinct step containers with icons
- Clean progression flow
- High contrast for readability
comparison + vector-illustration
- Split layout with clear visual separation
- Bold iconography for each side
- Color-coded distinctions
- Easy at-a-glance comparison
framework + vector-illustration
- Geometric node representations
- Clear hierarchical structure
- Bold connecting lines
- Modern system diagram aesthetic
infographic + blueprint
- Technical precision, schematic lines
- Grid-based layout, clear zones
- Monospace labels, data-focused
- Blue/white color scheme
infographic + notion
- Hand-drawn feel, approachable
- Soft icons, rounded elements
- Neutral palette, clean backgrounds
- Perfect for SaaS/productivity
scene + warm
- Golden hour lighting, cozy atmosphere
- Soft gradients, natural textures
- Inviting, personal feeling
- Great for storytelling
scene + watercolor
- Artistic, painterly effect
- Soft edges, color bleeding
- Dreamy, creative mood
- Best for lifestyle/travel
flowchart + notion
- Clear step indicators
- Simple arrow connections
- Minimal decoration
- Focus on process clarity
flowchart + blueprint
- Technical precision
- Detailed connection points
- Engineering aesthetic
- For complex systems
comparison + elegant
- Refined dividers
- Balanced typography
- Professional appearance
- Business comparisons
framework + blueprint
- Precise node connections
- Hierarchical clarity
- System architecture feel
- Technical frameworks
timeline + elegant
- Sophisticated markers
- Refined typography
- Historical gravitas
- Professional presentations
timeline + warm
- Friendly progression
- Organic flow
- Personal journey feel
- Growth narratives
scene + screen-print
- Bold silhouettes, symbolic compositions
- 2-5 flat colors with halftone textures
- Figure-ground inversion (negative space tells secondary story)
- Vintage poster aesthetic, conceptual not literal
- Great for opinion pieces and cultural commentary
comparison + screen-print
- Split duotone composition (one color per side)
- Bold geometric dividers
- Symbolic icons over detailed rendering
- High contrast, immediate visual impact
framework + screen-print
- Geometric node representations with stencil-cut edges
- Limited color coding (one color per concept level)
- Clean silhouette-based iconography
- Poster-style hierarchy with bold typography