beauty
“She wins who calls herself beautiful and challenges the world to change to truly see her.” - Naomi Wolf
I Almost Bought a Huge Diamond, But Then I Found the 1ct Oval
They say your engagement ring is the most important piece of jewelry you’ll ever wear. No pressure, right? Like many people, I spent months falling down the rabbit hole of diamond education. I was obsessed with carats. I thought that unless the stone was visible from space, it didn’t count as a "real" engagement ring.
By Mohd Kaish5 days ago in Viva
The Smart Bride’s Guide: How to Master the 1ct Oval Engagement Ring Trend
In the world of fine jewelry, 2026 is officially the year of the "Intelligent Sparkle." Gone are the days when couples blindly followed the "three-month salary" rule. Today’s couples are looking for three things: aesthetic beauty, maximum value, and timeless style. At the intersection of these three desires sits one perfect choice: the 1ct oval engagement ring.
By Mohd Kaish5 days ago in Viva
The Renaissance of Romance: Why the 1ct Oval Engagement Ring is Every Modern Bride’s Dream
Finding the "perfect" ring is often more stressful than the proposal itself. We spend hours scrolling through Pinterest boards, visiting high-end boutiques, and whispering to friends, all in search of a symbol that says "forever" without looking like it belongs in a museum. In the middle of this search, one specific style has risen above the rest, capturing the hearts of minimalist brides and luxury seekers alike: the 1ct oval engagement ring.
By Mohd Kaish5 days ago in Viva
Does Tea Tree Oil Truly Work for Nail Fungus and Dandruff?
Onychomycosis is a fungal infection of our nails, usually toenails, but sometimes fingernails, characterized by nail discoloration, deformity, detachment, thickening, crumbling, ridging. The above image is an example of what it can look like.
By Edward Smith6 days ago in Viva
The New Era of Sparkle: Why London is Falling in Love with Lab-Grown Diamonds
London has always been a city where heritage meets innovation. From the historic jewelry houses of Mayfair to the bustling diamond workshops of Hatton Garden, the capital’s love affair with fine jewelry is legendary. However, a quiet revolution is taking place in the heart of the city’s luxury scene. A new generation of conscious consumers is looking beyond the traditional mines, turning their attention toward a more ethical and brilliant alternative: lab grown diamonds in london.
By Mohd Kaish7 days ago in Viva
Beyond the Sparkle: 5 Reasons Why a 1ct Engagement Ring is the Perfect 'Forever' Choice
The journey to finding the perfect engagement ring is often filled with a whirlwind of questions. Should you go for a massive stone that makes a statement, or something subtle? Should you prioritize the metal or the diamond? In the middle of all these trends—from the "minimalist" movement to the "bigger is better" celebrity culture—the 1ct engagement ring has remained the undisputed champion.
By Mohd Kaish12 days ago in Viva
Bigger Isn't Always Better: 5 Secrets to Make Your 1ct Engagement Ring Look Massive
Selecting a 1ct engagement ring is a major milestone. It is the "gold standard" of diamonds—large enough to be noticed, yet sophisticated enough for everyday wear. However, not all one-carat diamonds are created equal. Depending on the cut, the setting, and the band, one ring might look like a delicate sparkler while another looks like a heavy-duty rock.
By Mohd Kaish12 days ago in Viva
Beyoncé’s Billionaire Triumph Redefines Power, Ownership, and Modern Creative Excellence
Beyoncé’s ascent to billionaire status is not merely a personal milestone—it is a cultural verdict. When Forbes affirmed on December 29, 2025 that the Houston-born artist has officially crossed the ten-figure threshold, the acknowledgment resonated far beyond balance sheets and brand valuations. It signaled that disciplined excellence, artistic sovereignty, and strategic patience can coexist in an industry long hostile to creators—especially Black women—owning the fruits of their labor.
By Victor Trammell13 days ago in Viva
"The Woman or the Girl You Knew the night before...."
"Girl... ..... you'll be a woman, soon." Neil Diamond sang those lyrics circa 1967, the same year Aretha Franklin was belting out "Natural Woman". Bob Segar recorded the song "Turn the Page" in 1971 with the lyrics "You can think about the woman, or the girl you knew the night before." And "She's Always a Woman" is a song by Billy Joel from his "Stranger" album of 1977, while the BeeGee's sang "More than a Woman"also in the 70s. People also loved John Lennon's song "Woman" from the album "Double Fantasy" released in 1980. After that, the 80s and 90s did not produce any big titles with the word "Woman" as the main theme. So? Why all this history of "Woman" themed songs? What's my point? What does it mean to be a woman? VIVA community wants to know. I think Neil, Bob, Billy, The Gibbs, and John, have all tried to answer the question for women, but how many women have written a song about Women? We might bark up Melissa Etheridge's tree or the Indigo Girls, but as far as I've heard of their songs, I've not found one focused completely on the word or theme "Women" --- which has me believing that neither straight or lesbian women really know what to say about the word "woman" or "women" yet I have just thought of one artist who did come up with something in the 90s: Shania Twain. "Man, I feel like a Woman." Oh, wait. Another artist just came to mind - Whitney Houston (in the 80s) did do a remake of "I'm Every Woman" which was a Pop Hit for her.
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman2 months ago in Viva
Envy is a product of the unloved
I love the photograph above. Two women, plus sized, at the beach, smiling, embracing each other without fear, and modeling their bikinis like Vogue models. Yes, I absolutely adore this photo. The women in the photo don't care if you think size 20 is "obese" or if you think they are "too big" to rock a bikini. They are not jealous of the women who get to walk the big city runways or get paid to wear the newest fashion design. They're not mad that they had to spend $80 for the right bikini because no one bought them an outfit to show them off like a trophy or to pursuade them into some rendevous. This is not a photograph about "fat shaming" or envy. This a photograph about love, beauty, and power. Real power. The power to rise above "popular opinion" and the power to find and feel love regardless of how the world tries to deny you of it.
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman2 months ago in Viva
