What is dark academia?
Well, it is an aesthetic centered around high education, writing, the arts, and classic Greek and Gothic architecture, as well as romantic longing and death. It revolves around classic literature, the pursuit of self-discovery, and a general passion for knowledge and learning. It stems from European cultures and influences. This aesthetic has variations similar to it, which will be explored in a greater depth later.
Key motifs
- books
- darkness
- history
- mystery
- old buildings
Key colors
- earth tones
Key values
- culture
- curiosity
- existentialism
- learning
- wisdom
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A Guide to Dark Academia
Random~ a simple guide to a much loved aesthetic ~ This guide includes tips about and things to do within the dark academia aesthetic.
