Embracing The Dark Academia Aesthetic In Your Home
- Brittany Snow
- Sep 18
- 2 min read
Home Styling Tips & Vintage Decor Finds
The dark academia aesthetic beautifully intertwines nostalgic academia and moody decor, with an intense appreciation for the arts and an emphasis on vintage. Common traits of this aesthetic include: dark colors, bookshelves, vintage trinkets, moody lighting, textured layers, reading nooks, and study spaces. Old universities and libraries are great places to use as inspiration for this aesthetic.
If you're looking to embrace the dark academia aesthetic in your home, here are some decor tips and inspiration.
Color Scheme
When it comes to color scheme, this aesthetic embraces the dark. Most commonly using deep shades of: blue, green, brown, purple, and black. Consider color drenching your space and/or adding wallpaper. You can also use darker bookshelves to cover lighter walls. To create contrast in your space, introduce colors like beige, gold, and light brown.
Furniture and Layout
The furniture should align with the moody and academic essence of the aesthetic. Focus on darker furniture with wood and textured elements like: antique bookshelves, wooden desks, leather seating, etc.
To fully indulge in the dark academia lifestyle, include spaces to read and study. These areas should be inviting, usable, and in tune with the rest of the space.
Lighting & Texture
To truly create a cozy, welcoming, and moody space, lighting and texture are key. Incorporate different textures throughout your space with furniture, rugs, blankets, etc. As for lighting, look for vintage or antique lamps, and place them strategically. Use them to highlight your favorite spaces like your bookshelves, study/reading nook, etc.
Collectibles & Trinkets
The key to capturing the essence of dark academia is to highlight and fill your space with vintage and antique pieces. Common examples include: classic books, wall art, chess sets, and more.
I recommend perusing different vintage and thrift stores for different treasures that pique your interest. Try playing with the pieces you find and displaying them in different ways to create a space that’s truly yours. Below, you’ll find some examples that fit the theme, from inside The Florence Marketplace.
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