Batkivshyna party leader Yulia Tymoshenko has once again drawn public and media attention by changing her habitual image. At the High Anti-Corruption Court hearing held on October 9, 2026, the politician appeared without her trademark braid, which for many years remained an integral and instantly recognizable detail of her public appearance.
New style and details of the court session
For her court appearance, the 65-year-old politician chose to leave her long blonde hair loose, styling it in large voluminous curls with a side parting. Tymoshenko opted for a restrained yet elegant black-and-white ensemble consisting of a classic pantsuit, a white shirt with prominent cuffs, and high-heeled pumps. Subtle makeup emphasizing an even skin tone, eyes, and a rich lip shade harmoniously complemented her business style.
The trial and charges against the politician
The HACC session itself was dedicated to continuing the preparatory stage of the politician's case and reviewing key procedural motions from both parties, including evidence verification. The Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office submitted the indictment to the court in May 2026, accusing the Batkivshyna leader of offering undue benefits to MPs from other factions in exchange for specific voting behavior in the Verkhovna Rada.
Image evolution and hairstyle experiments
The iconic crown braid became firmly established as part of Yulia Tymoshenko's political image in the early 2000s, serving as her visiting card. However, recently she has been increasingly moving away from her canonical look. For instance, in March 2026, she already shocked the public with a high retro bun reminiscent of the 1960s 'babette', sparking heated discussions on social media.
