Melted Lenses will host an exclusive meet-and-greet with runway icon Fumi Desalu-Vold at the UK Black Business Show on Saturday, 17 October 2026.
The event will take place at ExCeL London in the Fashion Zone, Stand F3. The venue is located at Hall S5, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL.
Desalu-Vold, described by organisers as the “Runway Icon and Queen of Social Commentary,” will meet fans at the Melted Lenses booth. The exact time for the meet-and-greet has not yet been announced.
Who Is Fumi Desalu-Vold?
Desalu-Vold is a Nigerian-Gambian model, lifestyle influencer, entrepreneur and content creator. She holds the distinction of being the first-ever supermodel of West Africa.
Born in Moscow, Russia, to a Nigerian father and a Gambian mother, she built a successful modelling and television career before transitioning into a major digital presence.
She is widely known for her bold, unapologetic social commentary, which has earned her a devoted following.
Organisers’ Statement
The Melted Lenses team announced the appearance with enthusiasm. “FUMINATION, THIS ONE IS FOR YOU! The Runway Icon and Queen of Social Commentary herself, Fumi Desalu-Vold is joining Melted Lenses for an exclusive Meet & Greet at the UK Black Business Show,” the organisers wrote.
“Bold, unapologetic, and unforgettable — Fumi embodies the very energy of Melted Lenses, and we couldn’t be more excited to bring her together with the FUMINATION and our London community.”
They added: “Come meet the Queen and experience the Melted movement up close. FUMINATION × ML SQUAD — London, we’re bringing the energy!”
The brand’s tagline reads: “Worn by few, remembered by all.”
The UK Black Business Show is a major annual event celebrating Black entrepreneurship and enterprise in the United Kingdom.
Further details on the meet-and-greet schedule are expected closer to the date.
