Dark Academia describes a sub-cultural aesthetic that has established itself primarily in social media. Dark Academia started as a top trend in 2020 and it shows no signs of slowing down in 2022 and the following years.
In addition to reading classical literature and a soft spot for Gothic decor and ancient Greek architecture, it revolves around classical literature, higher education, as well as the pursuit of knowledge.
It is greatly inspired by the upper-class European culture and the romanticism of the 19th century.
Mysterious Dark Academia Room Decor
Need some dark academia decorating tips? Imagine vintage Victorian mixed with Oxford or Cambridge! Think of old universities, sprawling libraries with unending bookshelves, and vast museums. Dimly lit offices with rich textures and vintage furniture, and deep dark colors.
Stick to dark, earthy tones combined with creams, browns, greys, and blacks.
Wall decor and wall art plays an important role in achieving your dark academia room aesthetic feel.
Get some artsy vibes, surrounded by an air of mystery, fantasy and melancholy.
Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein is seen by some as the archetypal Dark Academia novels.
Besides on having the novel in your library you can put Mary Shelly Frankenstein Art on your wall too.
