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“Could it be because it reminds us that we are alive, of our mortality, of our individual souls- which, after all, we are too afraid to surrender but yet make us feel more miserable than any other thing? But isn’t it also pain that often makes us most aware of self? It is a terrible thing to learn as a child that one is a being separate from the world, that no one and no thing hurts along with one’s burned tongues and skinned knees, that one’s aches and pains are all one’s own. Even more terrible, as we grow old, to learn that no person, no matter how beloved, can ever truly understand us. Our own selves make us most unhappy, and that’s why we’re so anxious to lose them, don’t you think?”

- Donna Tartt, The Secret History

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dark academia fashion “tips”

for a basic outfit: a black turtleneck, a trenchcoat, plaid bottoms, oxfords or heels, neutral makeup

for a classy outfit: basic outfit + a red lip or some jewelry or both

for a casual outfit: a black or white blouse, coloured mom jeans, black or white converse or heels if you’d like

for a warm weather outfit: a neutral coloured mid length dress, converse, jewelry, neutral makeup

for a cold weather outfit: a bulky grey sweater, skinny jeans or a skirt with stockings and overknee socks, ankle boots or oxfords or even heels

for a school outfit: a black or white turtleneck, blue mom jeans, converse or oxfords, neutral makeup or a coloured lip, lots of rings, a backpack that matches the vibe

for a party outfit: basic white t-shirt, a coloured blazer, mom jeans, heels or converse, jewelry, matching coloured makeup, a bandana or headband

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a guild to the dark academia aesthetic

what to wear:

TWEED

trench coats

dark colours

black turtle necks

plaid pants/skirts

scarfs

three piece suits

button ups and collard tops

old watches

lockets

rings

glasses

decor/furniture:

desks (preferably cherry or mahogany)

towering bookcases

record players

art depicting tarot cards or deities

old photographs

books e v e r y w h e r e

vintage tea cups with roses on them

candles

old wine bottles

a chess board

a skull

at least one ash tray (even if u don’t smoke!)

make-up/hair

red lipstick

brow gel

any dark lipstick

bangs

long hair

red lipstick

or collar bone length

undercuts r also rly rad

oh and did i mention red lipstick?

food:

red wine

gin

whiskey

champagne

coffee

tea

blackberries

pomegranates

bloody steak

mushrooms

candied ginger

toast-plain toast

cocain (jk pls don’t)

soup

what to read:

the secret history (obvi)

if we were villains

the golden finch

anything by V.E schwab

shakespeare

aeschylus

homer

plato

anything by oscar wilde

ninth house

song of achilles

harry potter (don’t @ me it’s da)

truly devious

edgar allan poe

(this list could go on forever but these of some of my faves)

music

hozier

lorde

tears for fears

depeche mode

any classical

lana del ray

the smiths

the cranberries

velvet underground

(again this list could go on forever)

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humansofnewyork

“He probably won’t answer you. He has a speech delay. He talks plenty at home, but strangers have a hard time understanding him. So he’s learned that if he just smiles a lot, people will like him, and they won’t know that he has trouble speaking.”

glitteringroseangel

I saw an article called “Make Peace With Your Unlived Life” and it really made me stop and think. So much of our lives is mourning for what we didn’t become. It’s a waste. We didn’t waste any opportunities. What came and went was not meant for us.

cajunsc74

saltotheearth

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nagsyl

“So many people glorify and romanticize “busy”. I do not. I value purpose. I believe in resting in reason and moving in passion. If you’re always busy/moving, you will miss important details. I like the mountain. Still, but when it moves, lands shift and earth quakes.”

— Joseph Cook (via seulray)

fiery-blue-firefly

… a lot of people think God prefers to remain aloof from the human beings He spent so much effort to design. They emphasize that He is high and holy and we aren’t, and therefore we must respect the gap between us and Him. Though it’s true that he is high and holy, and that we would fall on our faces in terror if He showed us too much of Himself, He desires a close and tender relationship with us. His purpose in creation was not to surround Himself with subjects; it was to share Himself with kindred hearts. And He has done everything He can to make it possible for our hearts to connect with Him.

Chris Tiegreen (via fiery-blue-firefly)

tylerknott

Attraction starts things, but it cannot sustain them. Stay for the substance.

Daily Haiku on Love by Tyler Knott Gregson (via tylerknott)

aureat

ways to say i love you?

“Here, I made you a cup of tea.”“Let me help you with that.”“That shirt looks nice on you.”“I trust you.”“You look tired. Maybe you want to go rest a while?”“Be safe.”“Take my jacket.”“You matter to me.” “I can drive tonight.”“Your hair looks beautiful today.”“Don’t worry, you’ll do great!”“Have a nice day.”“You are so smart.” “I want you to meet my parents.”“Good night.”“I’m dying to kiss you right now.” “I had an amazing time with you.”“I got you covered.”“This made me think of you.”“Do you wanna watch your favorite movie?”“You make me laugh.” “Get well soon.”“Do you remember when…?” “I really appreciate this about you.”“I miss you.”“Good morning, gorgeous.”“I’ll do the dishes.”“Will you marry me?”“I got tickets for your favorite band.”“How was your day?”“I’m proud of you.”