Lara Johnson-Wheeler
Lara Johnson-Wheeler
Old Bedalian 2011

After Bedales, I attended St Andrews where I achieved a 2.1 in Latin and Comparative Literature. 

Currently, I am a freelance arts and fashion journalist. After working for two years as Features Editor at SHOWstudio, I decided to go freelance and pursue the multitude of avenues that opened up. I attend international fashion weeks, report on art openings and contribute criticism to the likes of LOVE, Tatler, Vogue, Buffalo Zine, Twin Magazine and SHOWstudio. Outside work, I also do quite a lot of public speaking these days, chairing panel discussions and debates - mainly around fashion and topics like sustainability, diversity and mental health. 

Being at Bedales helped me in a multitude of ways. It would be wrong not to acknowledge the incredible breadth of friends and contacts the school afforded me, as well as the ability to think critically, creatively and above all, with kindness.