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The 'dark academia' trend repopularises preppy style, but with a dark twist

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The "dark academia" style puts a gothic twist on the preppy student look. Photo: AFP

British school uniforms, romantic old books, decorative skulls and worn leather satchels...

The latest aesthetic of the moment is known as "dark academia". This trend draws on the ambiances of horror films and dusty libraries, as well as preppy and gothic styles.

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