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The floral dress: why you might not like it — and what to do about it

Sometimes you like a floral dress in theory, but in reality it seems to turn you into a “country girl.” We explore why this happens and how the huge variety of floral prints can help you find your own.

by Yanina Tsybulskaya

Books Come in All Kinds

Books come in all kinds — and it's not just about the covers. Some you read when life experience is still thin; others you reach for once you've gathered enough and just want a good, easy evening. Here's my list for exactly that.

by Polako News

The History of the Hookah and Why We Love It

The history of the hookah is longer than it appears at first glance.

by Iryna

Weekly Music Digest: Conservatism as a Virtue

Deep Purple channeling early Blackmore, self-ironic Darkthrone, cosmic jazz from Chui, Primus in their own genre pocket, and a new Peter Frampton album — a week without sensations, but with a clear aftertaste.

by Polako News

How to Learn to Stand Up for Your Boundaries

Boundaries are not about saying no. They're about understanding what works for you and what doesn't. Most problems start when we stop listening to ourselves. Learn how to set personal boundaries and choose yourself.

by Iryna

Music Week: Foo Fighters, Europe, Tori Amos, Atreyu, Madonna, and Chuma

The past music week felt as if someone had deliberately assembled it from artists who have nothing left to prove — and yet they all showed up and delivered material stronger than expected.