Passion Drives Me Forwards!

Fearne Cotton talks to H&F about her new wellbeing gift range and how she balances her busy career with family life

- Jo Ebsworth

”Fearne Cotton seems to have it all – a thriving career, good looks, amazing friends and a happy home life. But the TV and radio presenter-turned-wellbeing guru is the first to admit that juggling a multitude of projects with motherhood can take its toll on her physical and mental health. Indeed, it’s her quest to find solutions to help relax or re-energise her body and mind that has inspired the Happy Place podcast and festival founder to create her very first wellness gifting collection for Christmas – Fearne Cotton Happy Place (available at Boots stores nationwide and online, boots.com), featuring everything from inspirational cards and essential oils to candles and body care products, all designed to help soothe or perk us up as we try to survive our hectic lifestyles. To find out more, we caught up with Fearne to discuss all things wellness and festive, and to discover her secrets to surviving the party season.

Q WHAT INSPIRED YOUR GIFT RANGE?

‘Ever since I’ve had kids, everything’s been a bit more difficult – sleeping included! Because my energy is lower and things require more effort, I’m always looking at what can help me in life. Simple things like exercise, eating well and going to bed early help, but anything that can give me an extra pep up, or even the opposite – a little calm down – throughout my day, is quite vital. So, my range is based on that premise. There are three themes, Calm, Sleep and Energise, and each has its own individual scent to support very busy lives.’

Q HOW WAS THE CREATIVE PROCESS?