Vivi Fernandes rose to fame as a versatile entertainer, transition from modeling to acting and eventually becoming a fixture in reality television and variety shows. By 2006, she had established herself as a "musa" (muse), a title reserved for women who embody the spirit, energy, and physical peak of the Carnival season. Her participation was not just about the parade itself but about the massive media campaign, photo shoots, and television appearances that preceded the event.

In 2006, the Sambadrome in Rio de Janeiro saw an explosion of high-concept themes and increasingly elaborate costumes. Vivi Fernandes was known for her meticulous preparation, which included grueling fitness routines and samba rehearsals. Her costume for that year was a testament to the era's style: heavy on crystals, vibrant feathers, and structural engineering that allowed for maximum movement while maintaining a striking visual impact. Fans and historians of the parade often cite 2006 as a year where the "musa" culture reached a fever pitch, with Vivi at the forefront of that movement.

The 2006 Carnival season in Brazil remains one of the most discussed eras in the history of the Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo parades. During this period, Vivi Fernandes emerged as one of the most prominent media figures, capturing the attention of the public and the press alike. Her appearance that year became a significant cultural moment, often searched for today as a hallmark of mid-2000s Carnival aesthetics.