Vantage Magazine Chicago: Layla Pearce

Issue 2 (August 2026)

Cover Feature: Multitalented creator, athlete, and advocate Layla Pearce, centered around the theme "Redefining Success Beyond Medals & Trophies".

Editor's Note: Published by Antoine Richardson titled "Purpose Beyond the Spotlight," focusing on leadership, multi-hyphenate talent, and visual storytelling.

Feature Interviews:

1. Discipline & Modeling/Acting: Layla discusses transitioning figure skating discipline into New York Fashion Week (NYFW) runway modeling and her acting role in the 12-episode series Small Town Drama.
2. Resilience & Goals: Insights on managing injuries, adjusting personal expectations, and broader definitions of success.
3. Musical Expression: Exploration of her dual musical outlets playing the cello and drums.
4. Community Impact: Highlights Layla's nonprofit effort to help cover student lunch debt for Texas public school families.
5. Agency Features: Promotional spreads for Soft Life Agency & Co. and SLA Management talent services.