32 T e Good Life Health, Beauty & Wellbeing


Promotional Content • Saturday 2nd March 2024


Living la dolce vita with Giovanni Pernice B


Vita — Italian for ‘life’ — is a new unisex fragrance that captures Sicily’s sensuality and vitality


afta award-winner and renowned TV dancer Giovanni Pernice has recently unveiled


another talent, with the launch of his unisex fragrance brand, VITA. T e fragrance has received a positive response on social media since its launch, with customers captivated by its seductive and complex structure. Rather than a ‘sweet life’,


Giovanni’s fragrance perhaps captures and evokes a ‘sexy life’, both in the way the fragrance unfolds on the skin and also in the imagery which has accompanied the launch of VITA. Over 60 years ago, Fellini’s


Federico groundbreaking fi lm


La Dolce Vita met with censorship and bans — an experience reportedly shared by Giovanni’s new fragrance. Some of the marketing images showing Giovanni in a semi-nude embrace with a female companion were apparently too steamy to be shown on the London Underground, though the images that did appear certainly capture the ‘sensuality’ and ‘seduction’ which were inspirational themes for the Italian dancer. “I have long been


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passionate about fragrance and the way scent, like dance, can captivate the emotions and transport us to another place,” reveals Giovanni. “VITA is the embodiment of my passions, a personal and complex fragrance which slowly seduces as it unfolds on


the skin.” Created with experienced creative


director, Nicholas Hill, Giovanni’s fragrance has proven to be equally popular with women and men. “It’s a deceptively complex scent with an initial burst of fresh marine and bergamot top notes


inspired


by the sun-kissed coasts of the Mediterranean,” explains Nicholas. “T e fragrance then unfolds to reveal aromatic sage, a plant native to southern Europe, along with rosemary and geranium. T e darker base notes then come to the fore, with Sicilian incense combining with


Credit: Ruth Rose. ‘Giovanni Pernice with Brazilian model Amanda Faical’.


Explore the curated collection today. Visit: gpvita.com instagram.com/giovannipernicevita


I have long been passionate about fragrance and the way scent, like dance, can captivate the emotions and transport us to another place


the earthy aromas of patchouli to give depth and sensuality to contrast with the vibrant energy of the top notes.” While


several is available high-street


chains are in discussions to stock VITA, Giovanni’s seductive new fragrance


today at


gpvita.com in both 100ml and 50ml sizes, starting from £50.


A journey to wellness at The Dreaming I


n the serene landscapes of Wales, T e Chelsea Psychology Clinic is off ering a unique retreat that


goes beyond traditional spa week- ends or fi tness getaways. T is wellness retreat not only provides a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life, but also a deep, transformative journey towards personal growth and healing. Held at T e Dreaming from


22-25 March, this retreat isn’t your average wellness escape. It repre- sents a groundbreaking integration of psychological


intervention with


mind-body techniques, tailored to each participant’s unique journey towards becoming their best, most authentic self.


A tailor-made experience for deep transformation At the core of this transformative experience is an all-encompassing approach to wellness, addressing the mind, body and emotions. Participants can expect a person-


alised experience from the moment they arrive, starting with an in-depth mind-body assessment. T is initial step ensures that the programme is carefully crafted to meet each person’s needs and goals, promising a truly bespoke wellness journey. Whether you’re looking to address specifi c challenges or are pursuing


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personal growth, it’s an experience that promises to leave you feeling revi- talised — as well as more deeply in tune with your inner self.


What sets this retreat apart? • Personalised guidance: Each participant is paired with a psychological facilitator, ensuring bespoke support tailored to their unique path.


• Evidence-based therapies: T e


retreat features a diverse array of therapies, including Schema T erapy, Acceptance and Commitment T erapy (ACT), EMDR and mind- fulness practices, all of which are backed by scientifi c research.


• Engaging workshops: Beyond therapy sessions, the retreat off ers workshops on nutrition, sleep, mindfulness-based practices and more, addressing every aspect of wellness.


• Body-focused practices: T ese include motion release, sound healing, yoga and Pilates for a full- body wellness experience.


Details at a glance • When? 22-25 March 2024. • Where? T e Dreaming, nestled in the captivating landscapes of Wales.


• Accommodation? Cosy cottages off ering both single and double occupancy to suit every preference.


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