As of October 20, 2026, the astrological background of the second half of the week is described as uneven: major purchases, financial decisions, and changes in personal life should not be rushed, according to experts. In an exclusive commentary for Styler, astrologer Kateryna Solovyova explained which days until the end of the week are considered favorable and which ones are better for postponing important matters. According to her forecast, the retrograde period of Venus lasts from October 3 to November 14. During this time, the astrologer advises against planning plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures, registering a marriage, starting new relationships, and rushing into large purchases, loans, and financial projects. Instead, the period, she says, is suitable for rethinking personal and business relationships, resolving old conflicts, reviewing one's wardrobe, and engaging in creative pursuits.
Shadow and Retrograde Mercury: What to Postpone Until November 13
Until October 24, according to Solovyova, the shadow period of retrograde Mercury continues, and from October 24 to November 13, its retrograde motion will begin. During this time, the astrologer recommends not planning important negotiations, signing new contracts, purchasing equipment, making significant payments, and undertaking responsible business trips. Conversely, it is acceptable to return to old projects, restore contacts, look for lost items, and gather information. The general principle of the period is not to start anything new, but to bring what has already been started to completion.
Key Dates: October 21, 22, and 25 — Days of Increased Caution
According to the astrologer's forecast, October 21, 22, and 25 require special attention. For example, October 21 is called unfavorable for new affairs, important decisions, surgical and dental interventions, and visiting a hair salon; you should not start a new job, buy or repair a car and household appliances, plan long trips, and overload yourself. Solovyova also advises avoiding gossip and unverified information and paying closer attention to personal belongings due to the risk of deception and fraud. A separate period is noted when the Moon will be void-of-course from 11:42 to 15:35 Kyiv time: during this interval, it is not recommended to start important matters or make significant purchases. On this day, the astrologer advises against starting new business, legal, educational, scientific, and international cooperation affairs, as well as exacerbating conflicts and overloading the cardiovascular system.
Sun Enters Scorpio: Who the Period Promises the Most
On Friday, October 23, the Sun will move into the sign of Scorpio and will remain there until November 22, 2026. The astrologer believes that the positive influence of this period will be felt most strongly by Scorpios, Pisces, Cancers, Capricorns, and Virgos, while Tauruses, Leos, and Aquarians should be more careful. Changes, she says, may concern finances, risks, health, romantic relationships, leisure with children, entertainment, and career. On October 23, the Moon will also be void-of-course from 06:31 to 22:53 Kyiv time — during this interval, it is not recommended to start important matters, make significant purchases, make responsible decisions, or plan surgical and dental interventions and visits to hair salons. The astrologer allows for an increase in sadness and melancholy and advises switching to useful activities, housework, and self-improvement while maintaining a routine.
How Astrologers Advise Using This Period
Kateryna Solovyova characterizes the period under review as difficult due to possible temptations and emotional tension. She advises against starting new affairs related to entertainment, gambling, romantic adventures, prestigious positions, and expensive things, but rather suggests completing started projects, summing up results, and paying off debts, avoiding impulsive decisions and excessive nervous tension. A separate reservation concerns the interval from 12:05 to 13:47 Kyiv time, which the astrologer associates with the so-called destructive degree of Aries: this is a time of endurance tests, so important matters should not be scheduled for it, nor should decisions be made under the influence of fear or anger. The expert's general conclusion is that until the end of the week, it is more productive to finish what has been started rather than open new directions.
