Academia fashion is always trending in and out of the fashion world.
Pleated skirts, sweaters, ties, and loafers are prime academia pieces. The clothing items are typically structured to give that scholarly flair.
Here is all you need to know about academia fashion:
What is academia fashion?
Academia fashion is scholarly, collegiate-inspired wear that features structured shoulders, clean cuts, and solid colors.
The dark academia aesthetic
Dark academia is a darker aesthetic that features hues of black, grey, dark greens and navy blue. The style has more of a gothic flair but still follows a scholarly aesthetic.
Think black leather jackets paired with black booties or dark plaid shirts, and flannels.
The light academia aesthetic
Light academia is a soft aesthetic with warm hues like tan, beige, cream, and white. It’s expressed with sweaters, pleated skirts, ballerina shoes and tights.
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How to style academia fashion
Styling academia is quite simple, it follows basic styling rules – collared or crewneck top, fitted trousers, pleated skirt or pants, solid colored socks, closed-toed shoes and accessorizing with bows or ties.
Academia fashion should be a cleaner look so you don’t need to over-accessorize or emphasize too much on statement pieces because the whole outfit is the statement. (If you pull it off right)
Items you need to achieve an academia look:
- Loafers
- Trousers
- Pleated skirts
- Sweaters
- Tights
- Blazers
- Vests
- Blouses
- Collared shirts
- Belts
- Crewnecks
- Knee socks
- Ties
- Mini backpacks
Where to buy academia fashion?
Individuals can buy academia fashion anywhere at a variety of different price points.
Stores that sell academia fashion:
- Zara
- H&M
- Depop
- Thrift stores
- Cider
- Nordstrom
Examples of academia fashion
