The subgenres of the academia aesthetic, like dark academia, light academia, and romantic academia, have gained popularity on platforms like Tumblr, TikTok, Pinterest, and Instagram. What makes ...

Although the phrase rose to prominence online as an aesthetic descriptor, dark academia has its roots in a literary genre dating back to the early 20th century.

What is dark academia? Everything you need to know about this moody TikTok aesthetic All you need is a tweed jacket and an undercurrent of melancholy.

Dark academia grew in popularity during the pandemic, when young people were romanticizing schooling while stuck at home. It has become a fashion statement and a lifestyle, with an emphasis on ...

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Can't decide between two of your favorite styles? Combine them! Here's how to blend the magic of cottagecore with the edge of dark academia for an effortlessly whimsical look.

Quite opposite of the popular cottagecore aesthetic, dark academia is an aesthetic focusing on higher education, classic literature, and Gothic architecture.

Dark academia grew in popularity during the pandemic, when young people were romanticizing schooling while stuck at home. It has become a fashion statement and a lifestyle, with an emphasis on ...

When she discovered the dark academia hashtag on TikTok, she knew she found her customer base. Now, her business is named for the aesthetic she loves.