First Look London Announced for September 2027 to Showcase Independent Eyewear

Industry event organiser Nathan Garnett has announced First Look London, a design-led eyewear showcase scheduled for 17 September 2027. The one-day event will take place at the Town Hall in King’s Cross, London, within the Inner Space designed by Tom Dixon. It aims to bring together up to 50 independent brands and emerging designers with optical retailers. Founding exhibitors include Bird Eyewear, Caroline Abram, Einstoffen, JF Rey, Kirk & Kirk, Linda Farrow, M2M Eyewear, Ransome, Talla Eyewear, Traders & Makers, and Vasuma. Nikon Lenswear UK serves as the official lens sponsor. Beyond product displays, the programme features talks on retail innovation and consumer behaviour, guided by an advisory group. Further partnerships and details are expected to be announced in the coming months.