The Dark Academia uniform consists of combining diverse textures by layering knit sweaters or vests over button-down shirts, skirts with tights, and chic outerwear.
Style-wise, the clothing worn by E-Girls is quite reminiscent of the different darker alternative styles, including platform shoes, pleated skirts, chain accessories, chokers, and printed blouses in black.
Grunge, on the other hand, began in 1985 with the release of Green River's album Come on Down but it reached its peak of popularity in 1991 and persisted through 1997, but started to wane in 1994.
Soft Girl is a style that is reminiscent of E-Girl, VSCO, and preppy aesthetics and is most frequently mistaken for another because it draws inspiration from other different style aesthetics.