Rich, warm woods and shelves lined with books are in the DNA of dark academia decor. Pair these essential pieces with charred-gray linens, mossy greens, and blood-red accents.

The academia aesthetic doesn't just thrive on Tumblr. It’s also popular on Pinterest, Instagram, and TikTok, where the "dark academia" tag has over 1.6 billion views and "light academia" has ...

Dark academia is the glamorization of studying, libraries, and preppy fashion set against a dark, moody backdrop. Here is the viral aesthetic, explained.

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. Dark academia can have a dark side ...

However you feel about it, dark academia is undeniably an extravagant and stylish aesthetic. If you want to see what it looks like in practice, here are a few examples to give you a feel for its vibe.