It is important to note that in multiple ways, Dark Academia is not new. 8.1 Aestheticization of unhealthy behavior.6.3.1 Official Aesthetics Wiki playlist.However, using this term in other contexts could potentially cause confusion as the title "academic" typically refers to researchers and professors, while DarkAcademics do not necessarily have recognized credentials. People who use this aesthetic are usually referred to as Dark Academics. Characters within the works of fiction associated with Dark Academia, specifically The Secret History and Kill Your Darlings, live decadent and self-destructive lifestyles involving drugs, moments of intense violence and secrets. Secret societies, cults and murder are common subjects within the aesthetic.
Other than the appreciation of learning, Dark Academia includes motifs of criminality, danger and mystery. Making grandiose statements and wishes for success is a common text post subject. Romanticizing education and moments in life is the core appeal of the aesthetic. Pretentiousness is celebrated within the Dark Academia community. These are now seen as unusual and slightly esoteric, creating an allure that presents schooling as not dreary or boring, but one that cultivates mystery, curiosity, and diligence that isn't commonly seen in contemporary schooling. The upper class of this time period emphasized a liberal education in which Latin, rhetoric and classics were taught subjects. It is one of several iterations of the Academia aesthetic, each having a unique subject focus.ĭark Academia's visuals stem primarily from upper-class European cultures of the 19th century, such as Gothicism, and American Prep. Dark Academia is a popular (and the original) academic aesthetic that revolves around classic literature, the pursuit of self-discovery, and a general passion for knowledge and learning.
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