Popular for their literary and scholarly vibe, dark academia outfits capture a sense of nostalgia and sophistication. Their mix of vintage textures, muted tones, and refined layering makes them ...

Dark-Academia Outfits: Urban Renewal Vintage Oversized Flannel Shirt An all-over check pattern and a button-down front give this Urban Renewal Vintage Oversized Flannel Shirt ($39) an effortlessly ...

Light-Academia Outfits: Free People Ashby Plaid Blazer Cut in a vintage-inspired silhouette, this Free People Ashby Plaid Blazer ($168) features a collegiate print, sharp lapels, and small pockets.

It’s not unusual to see fans dressing up as their favourite book characters or posting vintage photos of novelist Donna Tartt, author of “The Secret History,” Dark Academia’s essential text.