Green Lens Studios

Charming Studio Perfect for Any Occasion

Ah, Green Lens Studio—a name that might conjure images of a verdant Tiffany & Co., but rest assured, it's a different kind of treasure entirely. Tucked away in the ever-quirky neighbourhood of Haringey, this bijou establishment is the ultimate versatile space for artists and celebration-makers alike. You'll step into what feels like a cozy urban oasis that unapologetically straddles both the industrial and organic with enviable panache. My recent visit was underscored by the flashes of camera lights—an experience almost akin to a gala, sans Robert De Niro photobombing. The lighting, ever gentle and flattering, could make crumpled linen look like silk on film.

Navigating the studio is almost as much fun as Pinterest would lead you to believe—a bachelorette here, a small wedding reception there, all with a side-quota of do-it-yourself charm. Communicating with Yev, who is just shy of a Tony Stark-level competency when it comes to steely efficiency, even turned my usual British cynical skepticism into springtime gusto. Add to that enough crockery to handle a regime waiting for afternoon tea, it becomes clear why this place is the darling of party planners. This compact venue oozes character from every light-riddled corner, whispering sweet nibbles of functionality and festivity wrapped into one outstanding package. If Jean-Claude Brisoux's obsession with artisanal flair was stranded on Speaker's Corner, this is where he'd want to set up shop—and frankly, he'd have impeccable taste. — Penelope Savory