Professional image prompts for Men’s T-shirt fashion photography. Optimize camera, lighting, and composition for high-converting online store product images.
This guide provides a collection of highly structured image prompts designed for e-commerce brands and digital marketers. These Google Nano Banana prompts are engineered to produce consistent, high-quality visuals for men’s T-shirt collections.
By defining specific camera settings, lighting physics, and composition rules, these prompts ensure that the focus remains on the product’s fit, fabric texture, and style. They are compatible with leading AI image generation tools and can be used for both creating new imagery and guiding image-to-image conversions.
How to Use These Image Prompts
To achieve the best results with these prompts, follow these steps:
- Identify the Variable: Look for the [brackets] at the end of each prompt.
- Customize: Replace [PRODUCT], [LOCATION], [MOOD], and [COLOR] with your specific collection details.
- Input into AI: Copy the entire blockquote and paste it into your preferred AI image generator.
- Iterate: If the model drifts, re-emphasize the “Hard Exclusions” section to maintain anatomical and brand integrity.
Image Prompt Collection
Urban Streetwear Lifestyle
Use Case: Used by streetwear brands to showcase T-shirts in a modern, city-based environment. It produces a relatable, “cool” aesthetic for social media ads.
Style: photorealistic lifestyle Subject: Male model wearing [COLOR] [PRODUCT], walking through an urban environment. Camera: Sony A7R IV, wide shot, 35mm f/1.4 lens. Angle & Framing: Low angle, slightly off-center, full-body shot. Lighting: Golden hour natural sunlight, long shadows, soft rim light on the model’s silhouette. Background: Concrete city street with blurred modern architecture and industrial textures. Composition: Subject in the left third, negative space on the right for text overlay. Aspect Ratio: 4:5 Text Rules: No text on the T-shirt unless specified, no branding on background. Hard Exclusions: no distorted faces, no extra limbs, no warped hands, no random text, no watermarks, no fake logos. Input Variables: [PRODUCT], [LOCATION], [MOOD], [COLOR], [HEADLINE]
Expected Outcome: A high-resolution, trendy image of a model in a city setting. The T-shirt will look natural with visible fabric folds and a relaxed fit, suitable for Instagram or lookbooks.
Test Inputs:
- Product: Oversized heavy cotton tee, Background: Downtown LA, Mood: Gritty
- Product: Graphic print T-shirt, Background: Tokyo Shibuya, Mood: Energetic
- Product: Acid-wash T-shirt, Background: Brick alleyway, Mood: Rebellious
Clean Minimalist Studio
Use Case: Ideal for e-commerce product pages and catalogs. It produces a distraction-free image that emphasizes the garment’s color and fit.
Style: editorial photorealistic Subject: Male model standing in a relaxed pose wearing a [COLOR] [PRODUCT]. Camera: Nikon Z9, medium shot, 85mm f/1.8 prime lens. Angle & Framing: Straight-on, waist-up, centered composition. Lighting: High-key studio lighting, large softbox from the front-left, subtle fill light to minimize harsh shadows. Background: Seamless light grey studio backdrop. Composition: Centered subject, balanced headspace, clean margins. Aspect Ratio: 1080×1350 Text Rules: No text or graphics on the garment. Hard Exclusions: no distorted faces, no extra limbs, no warped hands, no random text, no watermarks, no fake logos. Input Variables: [PRODUCT], [LOCATION], [MOOD], [COLOR], [HEADLINE]
Expected Outcome: A crisp, professional catalog image. The T-shirt will be the primary focus with clear necklines and sleeve details, perfect for a website product gallery.
Test Inputs:
- Product: Slim-fit crew neck, Background: Studio, Mood: Professional
- Product: V-neck bamboo tee, Background: Studio, Mood: Soft
- Product: Pocket T-shirt, Background: Studio, Mood: Casual
Athletic Performance Action
Use Case: Used for activewear collections to demonstrate the T-shirt’s performance and stretch. It produces a dynamic, high-energy visual.
Style: cinematic athletic Subject: Athletic male model in mid-motion (running or jumping) wearing a [COLOR] [PRODUCT]. Camera: Canon EOS R5, action shot, 50mm f/1.2 lens, high shutter speed. Angle & Framing: Dutch angle, mid-shot, dynamic diagonal composition. Lighting: Hard side-lighting to emphasize muscle definition and fabric texture, cool blue fill light. Background: Modern outdoor track or minimalist gym with motion blur. Composition: Subject cutting across the frame to suggest speed, text-safe area in top corner. Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Text Rules: Minimalist tech font in the corner if required. Hard Exclusions: no distorted faces, no extra limbs, no warped hands, no random text, no watermarks, no fake logos. Input Variables: [PRODUCT], [LOCATION], [MOOD], [COLOR], [HEADLINE]
Expected Outcome: An intense, high-contrast image showing the T-shirt in a performance context. The fabric will show realistic tension and sweat-wicking textures.
Test Inputs:
- Product: Compression T-shirt, Background: Running track, Mood: Intense
- Product: Breathable mesh tee, Background: Crossfit box, Mood: Powerful
- Product: Raglan sleeve tee, Background: Urban park, Mood: Active
Premium High-Fashion Editorial
Use Case: For luxury T-shirt brands looking for a high-end, artistic presentation. It produces a dramatic, sophisticated image for hero banners.
Style: high-fashion editorial Subject: Male model with sharp features in a high-fashion pose wearing a [COLOR] [PRODUCT]. Camera: Phase One XF, 80mm medium format lens. Angle & Framing: Low angle looking up, full-body, rule of thirds placement. Lighting: Chiaroscuro lighting, single spot light source, deep dramatic shadows, high contrast. Background: Brutalist concrete walls or minimalist architectural interior. Composition: Artistic asymmetry, significant negative space for branding. Aspect Ratio: 4:5 Text Rules: Elegant serif font placement in the negative space. Hard Exclusions: no distorted faces, no extra limbs, no warped hands, no random text, no watermarks, no fake logos. Input Variables: [PRODUCT], [LOCATION], [MOOD], [COLOR], [HEADLINE]
Expected Outcome: An expensive-looking, artistic shot where the T-shirt is treated as a luxury item. The lighting will highlight the premium quality of the fabric.
Test Inputs:
- Product: Pima cotton T-shirt, Background: Art gallery, Mood: Sophisticated
- Product: Silk-blend tee, Background: Marble hall, Mood: Opulent
- Product: Mock neck T-shirt, Background: Shadowy studio, Mood: Avant-garde
Casual Weekend Lifestyle
Use Case: Perfect for “everyday wear” marketing. It produces a warm, approachable image of the T-shirt being worn in a relaxed, real-world setting.
Style: lifestyle photography Subject: Male model laughing or holding a coffee, wearing a [COLOR] [PRODUCT]. Camera: Fujifilm X-T4, candid style, 35mm f/2 lens. Angle & Framing: Eye-level, medium-close shot, centered. Lighting: Soft natural light from a window, warm tones, low contrast. Background: Cozy cafe interior or bright living room with plants. Composition: Shallow depth of field, blurred background, intimate feel. Aspect Ratio: 1:1 Text Rules: No text on clothing. Hard Exclusions: no distorted faces, no extra limbs, no warped hands, no random text, no watermarks, no fake logos. Input Variables: [PRODUCT], [LOCATION], [MOOD], [COLOR], [HEADLINE]
Expected Outcome: A relatable and friendly image that makes the customer imagine wearing the T-shirt during their leisure time.
Test Inputs:
- Product: Linen T-shirt, Background: Beach house, Mood: Relaxed
- Product: Striped tee, Background: Coffee shop, Mood: Friendly
- Product: Distressed T-shirt, Background: Record store, Mood: Indie
Detailed Fabric & Fit Macro
Use Case: Crucial for showing quality. This prompt produces a close-up shot that highlights the stitching, neckline, and material weave.
Style: macro product photography Subject: Extreme close-up of the neckline and chest area of a [COLOR] [PRODUCT] on a model. Camera: Sony A7R IV, macro shot, 100mm f/2.8 Macro lens. Angle & Framing: Close-up, 45-degree angle to show texture depth. Lighting: Directional soft light to reveal the weave and grain of the fabric, slight rim light on the collar. Background: Out-of-focus studio background. Composition: Tight framing on the collar and shoulder seam. Aspect Ratio: 1:1 Text Rules: No text. Hard Exclusions: no distorted faces, no extra limbs, no warped hands, no random text, no watermarks, no fake logos. Input Variables: [PRODUCT], [LOCATION], [MOOD], [COLOR], [HEADLINE]
Expected Outcome: A high-detail shot showing the quality of the craftsmanship. Customers can see the “feel” of the fabric before buying.
Test Inputs:
- Product: Heavyweight loopback cotton, Background: Neutral, Mood: Durable
- Product: Merino wool tee, Background: Soft focus, Mood: Premium
- Product: Recycled polyester blend, Background: Clean, Mood: Sustainable
Best Practices for Image Prompting
- Change One Variable at a Time: If you want a different look, change the [MOOD] or [LOCATION] while keeping the camera settings consistent to maintain brand identity.
- Lock Identity: Use specific model descriptions or “Reference Images” if your tool supports it to ensure the model looks the same across different shots.
- Always Define Lighting: Lighting determines the “price point” of the image. Use “High-key” for budget-friendly/accessible looks and “Chiaroscuro” for luxury.
- Keep Exclusions: Always include negative prompts to prevent common AI artifacts like extra fingers or distorted necklines.
FAQs
Which models support these prompts? These prompts are optimized for Midjourney v6, DALL-E 3, and Stable Diffusion XL.
Can they be reused for different clothing items? Yes. You can replace the [PRODUCT] variable with “Hoodie,” “Jacket,” or “Polo” while keeping the photographic settings the same.
Do they work for editing existing photos? Yes, these prompts provide the necessary “ControlNet” or “In-painting” descriptions to ensure the AI understands the desired lighting and camera angle for an edit.
Conclusion
Using structured prompts allows fashion brands to achieve a level of control and consistency that was previously only possible with high-budget photo shoots. By defining the camera physics and lighting environments, you ensure that your T-shirt collection is presented professionally across all digital platforms.