Dark academia is often associated with fabrics that are natural and have a retro vibe like tweed, wool, corduroy, cotton, and linen. It combines soft tones and old world materials with distinctive colors like brown, black, gray, deep green, and dark maroon. It reflects a moody and introspective nature that is associated with dimly lit libraries on rainy autumn days. Layer w/pieces like blazers, cable knit sweaters, pleated skirts, high wasted trousers, Oxford tops, brogues, loafers, and boots.