French elegance past 60 is built on consistency and self-knowledge rather than chasing youth. The foundations are skincare, moderation in eating and choosing comfortable, well-fitted clothes. It is a holistic lifestyle approach, not a pursuit of fashion trends.
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Growing numbers of women are attaching coloured ribbons to their handbags or prams in public spaces. The ribbon is not a decoration but a deliberate symbol signalling to other parents that the wearer may need support, a kind word or simply some extra awareness during a difficult moment. The trend aims to enable quiet, unspoken communication without the need to openly ask for help.
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Democratic congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has publicly revealed she chose to freeze her eggs, using the decision to raise awareness about conscious family planning. The politician, who became the youngest woman ever elected to the US House of Representatives seven years ago, is known as a prominent advocate for women's rights. She said the decision was primarily personal, stemming from a desire to balance her political career with future family plans.
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The "dress over jeans" trend, popular in the early 2000s, is making a comeback in autumn 2026 with a new twist. Instead of fitted dresses, long flouncy maxi cardigans — blurring the line between cardigan, wrap and dress — are now the key item. Worn open or loosely draped and paired with jeans, they are the defining transitional-season look for summer-to-autumn 2026.
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For autumn/winter 2026/27, puff sleeves are giving way to padded-shoulder blouses that create a bolder, more structured silhouette. The "strong shoulders" trend appears on the runways of Stella McCartney, Valentino and Chloé — in long-sleeves, tops and dresses. The power-dressing effect holds even when a jacket or blazer is worn over the top.
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Low-rise jeans, which virtually disappeared from fashion for nearly two decades, are making a strong comeback. Celebrities and fashion influencers are embracing the Y2K aesthetic, baring their midriffs and reviving the early 2000s style. The trend is increasingly visible on runways and in street fashion alike.
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Hailey Bieber posted a selfie wearing the iconic zigzag headband that was ubiquitous in the early 2000s. The appearance of the accessory on such a high-profile influencer signals it may be making a mainstream comeback.
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Growing numbers of young Poles are frustrated with app-based and social-media dating. Phenomena such as ghosting, orbiting, breadcrumbing and benching have become everyday features of modern relationships. Experts suggest dating culture has reached a peak of disillusionment, with many people unsure where to look for partners outside the screen.
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Polish actress Maja Bohosiewicz was spotted in black harem-style trousers, a silhouette popular in the early 2000s that is making a comeback for summer 2026. Designers including Altuzarra have featured the wide, softly draped style, with Vogue listing harem pants among the season's key looks. Bohosiewicz paired them with a fitted black top, a long cover-up, a hat and metallic sandals.
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Julia Wieniawa was spotted in jorts — denim cut-off shorts that until recently were associated with outdated, oversized men's wardrobe staples. She paired them with a sheer top. Jorts have made a strong comeback as one of this summer's biggest fashion trends.
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Parents can no longer rely on simple screen-time limits as AI chatbots change the nature of children's digital interactions. The key question is shifting from "how long" to "what is the child doing and why are they choosing a machine to talk to". Experts warn that the long-term consequences of raising the first AI-native generation of children remain deeply uncertain.
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A survey of Polish women found that the majority needed one to two years to feel their body had returned to its pre-pregnancy shape. One in four said recovery took a few months, while one in five said it never happened at all. Only a small percentage said they never expected to return to their pre-pregnancy form and have no issue with it.
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A 53-year-old Dutch woman was forced by her partner to tattoo his name 250 times across her body. She describes the relationship as a form of psychological and physical abuse, calling the man a psychopath. She is now trying to rebuild her life.
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Influencers are promoting wardrobe-cataloging apps as a fix for overconsumption and fast fashion's environmental toll, with videos showing users logging every single garment they own racking up hundreds of thousands of views. The idea is that seeing your full wardrobe digitally laid out discourages unnecessary new purchases. Whether the approach actually changes shopping habits remains contested.
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Flip-flop giant Havaianas unveiled partially closed shoes with a low duck-shaped heel at Copenhagen Fashion Week, sparking heated debate in the fashion world. Commentators are asking whether the design will become the next "ugly shoes" trend — deliberately unattractive footwear that turns into a must-have. The brand is best known for its rubber flip-flops sold worldwide.
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Organique, one of Poland's best-known natural cosmetics brands, has ceased operations after 27 years. Its online store went dark overnight — the website shows no products and no shopping cart, only a brief message asking for patience. The company has promised an official statement later but has not disclosed the reasons for the closure or what comes next.
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Stylist Ewa Rubasińska-Ianiro describes Marta Nawrocka's first year as "a study in image maturation", noting she faced sharp public criticism early on. The expert says Nawrocka quickly grasped that a first lady's wardrobe sends a diplomatic message rather than a personal one. The assessment comes after one year in the role.
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Improper watering of orchids encourages pests such as spider mites and mealybugs to appear. Overwatering or underwatering weakens the plant and makes it vulnerable to infestation. Early detection of symptoms and prompt action are key to effective pest control.
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Poland's Chief Sanitary Inspectorate (GIS) has issued new guidelines for beauty salons, requiring clean and disinfected workstations, adequate ventilation, opening sterile tools in front of clients, and handwashing for at least one minute. The new rules come amid a wider dispute over whether aesthetic medicine procedures should be restricted to licensed physicians only.
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Choosing the right school backpack is crucial for a seven-year-old's spine health as they begin sitting for hours with heavy books. The backpack should be fitted to the child's height, feature wide padded straps and a rigid back panel. Its weight should not exceed 10–15% of the child's body weight.
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