Genevieve Devine is a fashion designer and jewellery maker based in FC Designer Workspace, one of Islington Council’s affordable workspaces in Finsbury Park, where she creates pieces that have been worn by global celebrities like Dua Lipa

I’ve worked for a few independent businesses in the fashion industry, and I was really struck by the amount of waste, so when it came to setting up my own label, I wanted to take a more ecofriendly and sustainable approach. My ethos is all about ‘slow-fashion’ – a response to fast fashion which is so damaging to the planet.

Most of my pieces are typically made from recycled, eco-friendly materials or found objects, which are then hand crafted into garments with a focus on craftsmanship and attention to detail. So, for example one of my favourite pieces uses an old leather satchel which I cut into separate pieces to make up a bodice.

Working here at FC Designer Workspace is brilliant. There’s a supportive, community feel as I’m surrounded by other designers and fashion students, so it’s a great place to work. I used to work out of my flat, but having this studio space has allowed me to take on assistants or interns and really grow my business.

I’ve been lucky enough to have some of my pieces featured in Vogue magazine and Dua Lipa wore one of my designs in Vanity Fair, when she was on the cover. Coming up, I’ve got a London Fashion Week show and two collaborations with other brands about to drop, which I can’t talk about, but I’m very excited!

To find out more about the council’s affordable workspaces visit: islington.gov.uk/AffordableWorkspace and for more on Genevieve’s designs, visit: genevievedevine.com