<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title><![CDATA[Green Matters > Style]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover eco-conscious style and fashion choices. Embrace sustainable and ethical brands for a greener wardrobe.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style</link><image><url>https://www.greenmatters.com/logo.png</url><title>Green Matters &gt; Style</title><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style</link></image><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:49:04 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.greenmatters.com/style/rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><item><title><![CDATA[How to Support Ethical Brands Amidst the Black Friday Hype]]></title><description><![CDATA[Support ethical brands this Black Friday without losing sight of your values. Here's how to shop mindfully and spend your money where it truly matters.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/news/how-to-support-ethical-brands-black-friday</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/news/how-to-support-ethical-brands-black-friday</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Green Matters Staff]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:03:24 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/TVNH3Ffkx/0x0/ethical-brands-black-friday-1763499551252.jpeg"/><media:credit>Pexels</media:credit><media:description>How to Support Ethical Brands Amidst the Black Friday Hype</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shop These Sustainable Swimsuit Brands]]></title><description><![CDATA[From recycled materials to OEKO-TEX certified fabrics, there are plenty of options to choose from.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/sustainable-swimsuit-brands</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/sustainable-swimsuit-brands</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Lauren Wellbank]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 29 May 2025 15:36:18 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/wIoMxjRRd/0x0/sustainable-swimsuit-brands-1-1748513386823.jpg"/><media:credit>Artem Beliakin/Unsplash</media:credit><media:description>Shop These Sustainable Swimsuit Brands</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thrift Queen Macy Eleni Talks Sustainable Fashion and a Possible Reality Show! (EXCLUSIVE)]]></title><description><![CDATA["It was a fever dream of fabulousness," Macy said of thrifting a 'Hannah Montana' script.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/macy-eleni-green-matters-exclusive</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/macy-eleni-green-matters-exclusive</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Elizabeth Randolph]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 17:46:09 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/yQExyTU_g/0x0/macy-eleni-green-matters-exclusive-1-1748021016383.jpg"/><media:credit>Instagram/@macyeleni</media:credit><media:description>Thrift Queen Macy Eleni Talks Sustainable Fashion and a Possible Reality Show! (EXCLUSIVE)</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 10 Best Eco-Friendly Backpack Brands]]></title><description><![CDATA[Check out the 10 winners of our award for the best eco-friendly backpack brands.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/green-matters-approved/best-backpacks</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/green-matters-approved/best-backpacks</guid><category><![CDATA[Green Matters Approved]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Green Matters Staff]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/g66xVpwCu/0x0/best-backpacks-united-by-blue-1739208457307.jpg"/><media:credit>Courtesy of United by Blue</media:credit><media:description>The 10 Best Eco-Friendly Backpack Brands</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[4 Sustainable and Ethical Vegan Ballet Slipper Brands for Dancers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Although most ballet slippers contain leather, these brands are better.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/vegan-ballet-slippers</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/vegan-ballet-slippers</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jamie Bichelman]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 14:47:27 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/-lFNzw0yM/0x0/vegan-ballet-slippers-0-1741017787023.jpg"/><media:credit>Nihal Demirci Erenay/Unsplash</media:credit><media:description>4 Sustainable and Ethical Vegan Ballet Slipper Brands for Dancers</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[One Lucky Thrifter Discovers Carrie Bradshaw's 'Sex and the City' Wedding Dress for $19]]></title><description><![CDATA[That's the beauty of thrifting — you never know what you'll find! ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/community/woman-finds-carries-wedding-dress</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/community/woman-finds-carries-wedding-dress</guid><category><![CDATA[Community]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anna Garrison]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 20:42:54 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/F1i2M_Pe7/0x0/woman-finds-carries-wedding-dress-1-1740766225923.jpg"/><media:credit>aileenscloset90 / TikTok HBO Max</media:credit><media:description>One Lucky Thrifter Discovers Carrie Bradshaw&apos;s &apos;Sex and the City&apos; Wedding Dress for $19</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[These Makeup Formulas Will Make Mature Skin Look and Feel Fabulous]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everyone deserves to feel beautiful no matter their age. ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/best-makeup-for-older-women</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/best-makeup-for-older-women</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anna Garrison]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 21:55:22 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/LzMYMBtL7/0x0/best-makeup-for-older-women-1-1740501294628.jpg"/><media:credit>Getty Images / Unsplash+</media:credit><media:description>These Makeup Formulas Will Make Mature Skin Look and Feel Fabulous</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Celebrities Are Redefining Eco-Friendly, Sustainable Everyday Accessories in 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's about making mindful, intentional choices that speak to who we are as individuals.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/eco-friendly-accessories</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/eco-friendly-accessories</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Green Matters Staff]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 17:41:10 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/ltrnU8bBL/0x0/olivia-rodrigo-stanley-cup-1739295131172.jpg"/><media:credit>Instagram</media:credit><media:description>How Celebrities Are Redefining Eco-Friendly, Sustainable Everyday Accessories in 2025</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Have an Old Fur Coat? These Organizations Can Use It to Help Wildlife]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your old fur coat can be used to help animals in need.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/donate-fur-coats</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/donate-fur-coats</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sophie Hirsh]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2022 20:43:44 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/o1xTnFK1m/0x0/recycle-donate-fur-coat-1660854862441.jpg"/><media:credit>Getty Images</media:credit><media:description>Have an Old Fur Coat? These Organizations Can Use It to Help Wildlife</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Best Zero-Waste Cosmetic Brands That Should Be on Your Radar]]></title><description><![CDATA[These zero-waste beauty brands are Green Matters Approved!]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/green-matters-approved/best-zero-waste-cosmetic-brands</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/green-matters-approved/best-zero-waste-cosmetic-brands</guid><category><![CDATA[Green Matters Approved]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Green Matters Staff]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/T6reBU2B_/0x0/zero-waste-cosmetic-brands-1731954983554.jpg"/><media:credit>istock</media:credit><media:description>10 Best Zero-Waste Cosmetic Brands That Should Be on Your Radar</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Finding Your Perfect Fit: The Ultimate Guide to Prescription Glasses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Glasses affect how those around you see you as a person and how you see the world around you.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/guide-finding-perfect-prescription-glasses</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/guide-finding-perfect-prescription-glasses</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Green Matters Staff]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 00:28:29 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/R81oWjeHu/0x0/prescription-glasses-1732062011384.jpg"/><media:credit>Pexels / Shane Aldendorff</media:credit><media:description>Finding Your Perfect Fit: The Ultimate Guide to Prescription Glasses</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 Stylish, Sustainable Blue Light Glasses That Prevent Eye Strain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Feast your eyes on these chic blue light glasses made of plant-based and recycled materials. Be safe and stylish while you scroll.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/sustainable-blue-light-glasses</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/sustainable-blue-light-glasses</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristine Solomon]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2024 15:10:53 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/4K4bzPOw5/0x0/sustainable-blue-light-glasses-1727968224486.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>6 Stylish, Sustainable Blue Light Glasses That Prevent Eye Strain</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[14 Fashion Companies With Their Own Resell Programs, From Carhartt to Lululemon ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fjällräven, Juicy Couture, and Eileen Fisher are just a few examples.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/companies-own-buy-back-resell-programs</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/companies-own-buy-back-resell-programs</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sophie Hirsh]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2022 21:12:00 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/CW0AGPp8M/0x0/companies-own-buy-back-resell-programs-1677680307431.jpg"/><media:credit>Carhartt</media:credit><media:description>14 Fashion Companies With Their Own Resell Programs, From Carhartt to Lululemon </media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fact Check: Can Putting Vaseline on Your Lashes Make Them Grow? ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Don't add this step to your beauty routine quite yet. ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/does-vaseline-help-your-eyelashes-grow</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/does-vaseline-help-your-eyelashes-grow</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Lauren Wellbank]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 27 Sep 2024 20:47:27 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/8fABKaKHq/0x0/does-vaseline-help-your-eyelashes-grow-3-1727469410855.png"/><media:credit>sarahssuperspa/TikTok, skinbydulce/TikTok, style/TikTok</media:credit><media:description>Fact Check: Can Putting Vaseline on Your Lashes Make Them Grow? </media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 Ways to Naturally Clean Your Makeup Sponges]]></title><description><![CDATA[A dirty makeup sponge can harbor gross bacteria. ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/how-to-clean-makeup-sponges</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/how-to-clean-makeup-sponges</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Lauren Wellbank]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 16:13:57 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/C5zaF8TkI/0x0/how-to-clean-makeup-sponges-1-1727115316213.png"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>3 Ways to Naturally Clean Your Makeup Sponges</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Gen Z Made Fast Fashion Uncool (Exclusive)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gen Z and internet tastemakers are leading the movement away from fast fashion — but how did they do it?]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/gen-z-fashion</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/gen-z-fashion</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sophie Hirsh]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 13 Sep 2024 16:02:43 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/432ksUIXt/0x0/gen-z-fashion-4-1726240878051.jpg"/><media:credit>Green Matters Composite: billow926/unsplash, ramses-cervantes/unsplash, iStock</media:credit><media:description>How Gen Z Made Fast Fashion Uncool (Exclusive)</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[This May Have Been NYFW's Only True Sustainable Fashion Show This Year (Exclusive)]]></title><description><![CDATA["Our hope is that shows like this can influence people who might traditionally shop at fast fashion brands to shop ethically or secondhand for their next incredible outfit."]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/walk-your-values-runway-show</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/walk-your-values-runway-show</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anna Garrison]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 13 Sep 2024 15:33:59 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/5wrPYyHRh/0x0/gm-nsffw-remake-leadimg-2-1726240858028.jpg"/><media:credit>Green Matters Composite: Emily McKay &amp; Cameron Williams for DUALITY NEW YORK</media:credit><media:description>This May Have Been NYFW&apos;s Only True Sustainable Fashion Show This Year (Exclusive)</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[#ShopLikeNana: Grandma's Hand-Me-Downs Are the Latest Trend in Sustainable Fashion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Make your style intergenerational and don't forget to tag your posts #ShopLikeNana. ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/shoplikenana-sustainability</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/shoplikenana-sustainability</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anna Garrison]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 11 Sep 2024 21:08:11 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" 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medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/RerQrlZ-L/0x0/zero-waste-daniel-clothing-1726072068421.jpg"/><media:credit>Bobby Pache, Luis Suarez</media:credit><media:description>Zero Waste Daniel Brings Eco-Couture and Cabaret to NYFW: &quot;We&apos;re All Sharing One Mission&quot; (Exclusive)</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rave, Don’t Rage Against the Planet — These Upcycling Designers Slay Sustainable Festival Wear (Exclusive)]]></title><description><![CDATA["The mass production of cheap and trendy festival pieces consumes enormous amounts of water, energy, and raw materials." ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/rave-outfits-upcycled</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/rave-outfits-upcycled</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2024 14:30:00 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" 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width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/D0CKeVfSh/0x0/gm-nsffw-luxuryvintagestores-1725889137298.jpg"/><media:credit>Green Matters Composite: Sororité Vintage, Treasures of NYC, Studded Petals Vintage</media:credit><media:description>Find Your Next Favorite Statement Piece at These Online Luxury Consignment Stores</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sustainable Fashion Week Is the "Anti-Trends" Answer to NYFW (Exclusive) ]]></title><description><![CDATA["As a creator, [slow fashion] means thinking about the endgame of that garment before even making it."]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/bridgett-artise-sustainable-fashion-week</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/bridgett-artise-sustainable-fashion-week</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 09 Sep 2024 13:33:20 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/uaLCOTOzF/0x0/bridgett-artise-sustainable-fashion-week-1725651263054.jpg"/><media:credit>Courtesy of Bridgett Artise, Sofia Emm </media:credit><media:description>Sustainable Fashion Week Is the &quot;Anti-Trends&quot; Answer to NYFW (Exclusive) </media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Women Are Sticking Their Pantyhose in the Freezer]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's actually some pretty interesting science behind this hack.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/freezing-tights-to-prevent-runs</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/freezing-tights-to-prevent-runs</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Lauren Wellbank]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 06 Sep 2024 17:00:44 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/nzxl4-NWJ/0x0/freezing-tights-to-prevent-runs-2-1725636254295.jpg"/><media:credit>officiallylyd/TikTok</media:credit><media:description>Why Women Are Sticking Their Pantyhose in the Freezer</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 Eco-Friendly Waterproof Slides Made with Sustainable Stuff Like Sugarcane and Soy]]></title><description><![CDATA[These waterproof slides replace standard EVA with recycled and otherwise eco-friendly materials like foam made from sugarcane and soy.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/eco-friendly-waterproof-slides</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/eco-friendly-waterproof-slides</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristine Solomon]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 19:59:53 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" 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url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/MQ3U54Gxz/0x0/recycled-flip-flops-1714770481035.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>These Recycled Flip Flops Are Made of Yoga Mats and Tires</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Depop Sellers Accused of Scamming Shoppers by Calling Fast Fashion Pieces Vintage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buyer beware! ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/news/shein-depop-scam</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/news/shein-depop-scam</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Lauren Wellbank]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2024 19:16:57 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/UQgTJIwQ8/0x0/shein-depop-scam-1-1714757612331.png"/><media:credit>abbyy_roze/TikTok</media:credit><media:description>Depop Sellers Accused of Scamming Shoppers by Calling Fast Fashion Pieces 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Then try ditching the formaldehyde and other toxic ingredients and investing in a non-toxic nail polish.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/best-non-toxic-nail-polish</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/best-non-toxic-nail-polish</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristine Solomon]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2024 16:29:42 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/6lU4O8z7z/0x0/non-toxic-nail-polish-1714437371626.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock/pederk</media:credit><media:description>Best Non-Toxic Nail Polish for a Formaldehyde-Free Manicure in All Our Favorite Colors</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[8 Eco-Friendly Swimsuit Brands for All Shapes and Sizes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Your summer swimwear can be cute and sustainable.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/p/eco-friendly-sustainable-swimsuit-brands-summer</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/p/eco-friendly-sustainable-swimsuit-brands-summer</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sophie Hirsh]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2019 17:46:23 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/qVqG2WJrH/0x0/sustainable-swimwear-brands-1714074237033.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>8 Eco-Friendly Swimsuit Brands for All Shapes and Sizes</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[9 Trendy and Eco-Friendly Sneakers Perfect for Your Next Outing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sneakers are getting more and more sustainable.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/p/sustainable-sneakers</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/p/sustainable-sneakers</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sophie Hirsh]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2020 21:21:56 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/zFAfdT60e/0x0/sustainable-sneakers-1595625369935.png"/><media:credit>NATIVE SHOES, Will’s Vegan Store</media:credit><media:description>9 Trendy and Eco-Friendly Sneakers Perfect for Your Next Outing</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's Giving... Reduce and Reuse: Secondhand Clothing Is Trendier and More Sustainable Than Ever (Exclusive)]]></title><description><![CDATA["Sustainable shopping has become more readily accessible in recent years," says Chloe Baffert, Head of Merchandising and Curation at Poshmark.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/benefits-of-buying-secondhand-clothing</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/benefits-of-buying-secondhand-clothing</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anna Garrison]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2024 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/Q5XED6O-s/0x0/gm-ed24-itsgiving-reducereuse-2-1713809637536.jpg"/><media:credit>Green Matters Composite: Poshmark</media:credit><media:description>It&apos;s Giving... Reduce and Reuse: Secondhand Clothing Is Trendier and More Sustainable Than Ever (Exclusive)</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[These Earth Day Protesters Would "Rather Be Naked Than Wear SHEIN" (Exclusive)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Student protestors showed up outside of Shein's LA offices in nothing but towels and robes.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/earth-day/shein-protest</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/earth-day/shein-protest</guid><category><![CDATA[Earth Day]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anna Garrison]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2024 16:24:55 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/CmtdW9l7R/0x0/gm-ed24-itsgiving-articleleadimg-sheinprotests-1713889210017.jpg"/><media:credit>Green Matters Composite: lexysilverstein/Instagram, leah_sull/Instagram</media:credit><media:description>It&apos;s Giving... Fast Fashion Flop: These Earth Day Protesters Would &quot;Rather Be Naked Than Wear SHEIN&quot; (Exclusive)</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 Chic, Eco-Friendly Sunglasses Made from Cotton, Castor Oil, and More Cool Materials]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many sunglasses brands are using the most unexpected materials to make shades that look high-end.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/eco-friendly-sunglasses</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/eco-friendly-sunglasses</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristine Solomon]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2024 15:57:15 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/TwyySFoHG/0x0/eco-friendly-sunglasses-1713369408147.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>6 Chic, Eco-Friendly Sunglasses Made from Cotton, Castor Oil, and More Cool Materials</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Fashion Brands Are Starting to Embrace Regenerative Organic Cotton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brands using regenerative cotton farming are revolutionizing clothing production by simultaneously restoring the environment in the process. ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/big-impact/regenerative-cotton</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/big-impact/regenerative-cotton</guid><category><![CDATA[Big Impact]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Eva Hagan]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 08 Apr 2024 15:47:39 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/SBgi4LWXw/0x0/regenerative-cotton-1712591409745.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>Why Fashion Brands Are Starting to Embrace Regenerative Organic Cotton</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A List of the Best Shoes For Plantar Fasciitis According to a Board-Certified Podiatrist (Exclusive) ]]></title><description><![CDATA["If you have plantar fasciitis, you need to wear shoes with more support, cushioned soles, and laces that securely anchor the shoe to the foot," Dr. Jason Gold tells Green Matters.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/health-and-wellness/best-shoes-for-plantar-fasciitis</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/health-and-wellness/best-shoes-for-plantar-fasciitis</guid><category><![CDATA[Health & Wellness]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2024 15:47:08 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/OV_MfoLhi/0x0/best-shoes-for-plantar-fasciitis-1711579025421.jpg"/><media:credit>brooksrunningid/Instagram</media:credit><media:description>A List of the Best Shoes For Plantar Fasciitis According to a Board-Certified Podiatrist (Exclusive) </media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Halara Fast Fashion? A Peek Into the Brand’s Greenwashing Practices]]></title><description><![CDATA[Halara’s low prices may be good for your wallet, but the environment is paying the price. ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/is-halara-fast-fashion</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/is-halara-fast-fashion</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Eva Hagan]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2024 18:25:45 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/BXxm6XG0G/0x0/is-halara-fast-fashion-1-1711495077543.jpg"/><media:credit>halara_official/ Instagram</media:credit><media:description>Is Halara Fast Fashion? A Peek Into the Brand’s Greenwashing Practices</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is American Eagle a Fast Fashion Company? The Truth About Your Favorite Jeans]]></title><description><![CDATA[It may not be as bad as Forever 21, but it’s still a fast fashion brand. ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/is-american-eagle-fast-fashion</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/is-american-eagle-fast-fashion</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Eva Hagan]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2024 18:46:22 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/UD03gPyq8/0x0/is-american-eagle-fast-fashion-1-1711413026464.jpg"/><media:credit>Getty Images</media:credit><media:description>Is American Eagle a Fast Fashion Company? The Truth About Your Favorite Jeans</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ultra-Trendy Brandy Melville Is Just Another Exclusionary Fast Fashion Brand]]></title><description><![CDATA[It may not look like it, but Brandy Melville is fast fashion. Here's what you should know about the brand.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/is-brandy-melville-fast-fashion</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/is-brandy-melville-fast-fashion</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Eva Hagan]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 25 Mar 2024 16:26:51 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/8OLKG8Vuv/0x0/is-brandy-melville-fast-fashion-1711383025378.jpg"/><media:credit>Getty Images</media:credit><media:description>Ultra-Trendy Brandy Melville Is Just Another Exclusionary Fast Fashion Brand</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kim Kardashian's SKIMS Deemed Worse for the Planet Than SHEIN ]]></title><description><![CDATA[SKIMS may be just another fast fashion brand in disguise.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/is-skims-fast-fashion</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/is-skims-fast-fashion</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:32:29 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/TS4YP-yOo/0x0/is-skims-fast-fashion-1710509802070.jpg"/><media:credit>Getty Images</media:credit><media:description>Kim Kardashian&apos;s SKIMS Deemed Worse for the Planet Than SHEIN by Fashion Transparency Report</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veneers Cost HOW Much!?]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are multiple types of veneers, including porcelain and composite resin, and the price varies by state.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/health-and-wellness/how-much-do-veneers-cost</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/health-and-wellness/how-much-do-veneers-cost</guid><category><![CDATA[Health & Wellness]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jamie Bichelman]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 23 Feb 2024 19:58:52 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/fdlS92ezn/0x0/how-much-do-veneers-cost-0-1708630686551.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>Veneers Are the New Black: People Are Shelling Out Five-Figures for the Dental Trend (Exclusive)</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Billions of Plastic Hangers Are Produced Each Year. Are They Recyclable?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here's what to do with those pesky hangers.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/sustainable-living/are-plastic-hangers-recyclable</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/sustainable-living/are-plastic-hangers-recyclable</guid><category><![CDATA[Sustainable Living]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Amber Nolan]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 23 Feb 2024 18:36:57 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/0J10-9yWQ/0x0/are-plastic-hangers-recylable-005-1708665733822.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>Billions of Plastic Hangers Are Produced Each Year. Are They Recyclable?</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simulated and Lab-Grown Diamonds Aren't Always As Sustainable As They Seem]]></title><description><![CDATA[These trending diamond copycats are cheaper than the real thing, but are they as awesome as everyone claims? ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/technology/what-is-a-simulated-diamond</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/technology/what-is-a-simulated-diamond</guid><category><![CDATA[Technology]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Amber Nolan]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 15 Feb 2024 16:13:43 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/5OFuJUCdA/0x0/what-is-a-simulated-diamond-1708011512306.jpg"/><media:credit>ZUO DONGCHEN/Feature China/Future Publishing via Getty Images</media:credit><media:description>Simulated and Lab-Grown Diamonds Aren&apos;t Always As Sustainable As They Seem</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Best Eco-Friendly Hangers for Your Sustainable Wardrobe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jump scare: the fashion industry tosses tens of billions of single-use plastic hangers every year.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/sustainable-living/eco-friendly-hangers</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/sustainable-living/eco-friendly-hangers</guid><category><![CDATA[Sustainable Living]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 13 Feb 2024 22:06:33 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/YQqzgYnk7/0x0/eco-friendly-hangers-3-1707777259804.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>The Best Eco-Friendly Hangers for Your Sustainable Wardrobe</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Opinion: The Dark Side of Music Merchandise]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a guest opinion piece written exclusively for Green Matters, environmental creator Isaias Hernandez and fashion-medium artist Stephanie Dillon call out how music merchandise is often just fast fashion.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/business/music-merchandise-fast-fashion</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/business/music-merchandise-fast-fashion</guid><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Isaias Hernandez and Stephanie Dillon]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 07 Feb 2024 15:04:07 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/HvV_FGZhw/0x0/music-merchandise-fast-fashion-3-1706894717395.jpg"/><media:credit>Getty Images</media:credit><media:description>Opinion: The Dark Side of Music Merchandise</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inspired by Barbie, Kylie, or Karol G? The Best Vegan and Cruelty-Free Pink Hair Dyes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Those following Kylie Jenner on Instagram may be itching to dye their hair bubblegum pink. Here are seven of the best vegan and cruelty-free at-home pink hair dyes on the market.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/best-pink-hair-dye</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/best-pink-hair-dye</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2024 20:28:25 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/8aanHFAhd/0x0/best-pink-hair-dye-1706031833231.jpg"/><media:credit>kyliejenner/Instagram</media:credit><media:description>Inspired by Barbie, Kylie, or Karol G? The Best Vegan and Cruelty-Free Pink Hair Dyes</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Talc-Free Setting Powder: 5 Vegan, Cruelty-Free Options for the Perfect Glow]]></title><description><![CDATA[Consumers searching for talc-free setting powders have a number of options, but these vegan, cruelty-free products are our top five choices.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/health-and-wellness/talc-free-setting-powder</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/health-and-wellness/talc-free-setting-powder</guid><category><![CDATA[Health & Wellness]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Amber Nolan]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jan 2024 17:55:47 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/QsWM4Ttfs/0x0/talc-free-setting-powder-1705818902485.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>Talc-Free Setting Powder: 5 Vegan, Cruelty-Free Options for the Perfect Glow</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Vegan Loafers to Upgrade Your Wardrobe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Slip into something sustainable! From platform lug soles to slingback hybrids, these vegan loafers will add sustainability and comfort to any wardrobe.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/vegan-loafers</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/vegan-loafers</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jan 2024 21:54:45 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/TRugZ8n2q/0x0/vegan-loafers-4-1705699352075.jpg"/><media:credit>melissashoes.aus/Instagram</media:credit><media:description>Penny Loafers Just Got a Sustainable Makeover! 10 Vegan Loafers to Upgrade Your Wardrobe</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Sustainable Lingerie Pieces That Will Make You Look and Feel Amazing]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're feeling cheeky or getting ready for a night on the town, check out these ten sustainable lingerie pieces to look good and help the earth.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/sustainable-lingerie</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/sustainable-lingerie</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anna Garrison]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2024 19:41:11 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/wMNJ_ZhiY/0x0/sustainable-lingerie-1705520233414.jpg"/><media:credit>Fruity Booty, Underprotection, Mary Young</media:credit><media:description>10 Sustainable Lingerie Pieces That Will Make You Look and Feel Amazing</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[9 Fully Vegan and Cruelty-Free Makeup Brands You Can Find at Sephora ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here are some of our favorite popular brands of vegan makeup, all of which you can find at Sephora stores.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/p/vegan-makeup-brands-sephora</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/p/vegan-makeup-brands-sephora</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Andrew Krosofsky]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2021 18:40:46 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/zAzLBj3fp/0x0/vegan-makeup-brands-sephora2-1619195192451.jpg"/><media:credit>Getty Images</media:credit><media:description>9 Fully Vegan and Cruelty-Free Makeup Brands You Can Find at Sephora </media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Shopper's $2 Thrift Store Necklace Turns Out to Be Worth $3,000]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jess Smith was shopping at a local thrift store when she found a $2 necklace that looked like a Tide Pod. It was valued at $3,000. Here's the story.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/aaronel-deroy-gruber-necklace-thrift-store</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/aaronel-deroy-gruber-necklace-thrift-store</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Jamie Bichelman]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 21:13:21 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/_Tg7wv4Wg/0x0/aaronel-deroy-gruber-necklace-thrift-store-0-1704917704055.jpg"/><media:credit>thehappygravedigger/TikTok</media:credit><media:description>A Shopper&apos;s $2 Thrift Store Necklace Turns Out to Be Worth $3,000</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Antique Jewelry Is More Sustainable Than Buying New, According to an English Antique Expert (Exclusive)]]></title><description><![CDATA[In discussion with Green Matters, Butter Lane Antiques founder Alex Alfieri vouched for antique jewelry being a good investment, detailing sustainability and heirloom-worthy beauty.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/is-antique-jewelry-a-good-investment</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/is-antique-jewelry-a-good-investment</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 16:28:34 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/AEWSsKz6c/0x0/is-antique-jewelry-a-good-investment-1704898571973.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>Why Antique Jewelry Is More Sustainable Than Buying New, According to an English Antique Expert (Exclusive)</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fabletics' Journey Towards Sustainability and Ethical Practices]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exploring the intersection of fashion and responsibility, this article delves into Fabletics' sustainability efforts and ethical practices, revealing the truth behind their green facade and commitment to fair labor.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/small-changes/fabletics-sustainability-ethical-practices-analysis</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/small-changes/fabletics-sustainability-ethical-practices-analysis</guid><category><![CDATA[Small Changes]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Carly Sitzer]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jan 2024 03:51:00 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/plq8ckJWZ/0x0/fableticslogo-1707364271716.jpg"/><media:credit></media:credit><media:description>Fabletics&apos; Journey Towards Sustainability and Ethical Practices</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[If Diamonds Aren’t That Rare, Why Do They Cost so Much? An Investigation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why are diamonds so expensive? We pull back the curtain on the exorbitant cost of these sought-after gems. Are they as rare as some people claim?]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/small-changes/why-are-diamonds-so-expensive</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/small-changes/why-are-diamonds-so-expensive</guid><category><![CDATA[Small Changes]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Angela Horn]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jan 2024 21:32:25 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/G7xEEMhgE/0x0/why-are-diamonds-so-expensive-1-1704209310590.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>If Diamonds Aren’t That Rare, Why Do They Cost so Much? An Investigation</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shop Sustainably in Denver by Going to the City’s 10 Best Thrift Stores]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thrift shopping is always a unique experience, no matter where you are. Here are the 10 best thrifting spots to explore in Denver. ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/best-thrift-stores-in-denver</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/best-thrift-stores-in-denver</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Eva Hagan]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 26 Dec 2023 21:00:00 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/dF0BBsTBb/0x0/best-thrift-stores-in-denver-1-1703265309457.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>Shop Sustainably in Denver by Going to the City’s 10 Best Thrift Stores</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[These Are the 10 Best Thrift Stores in New Jersey for Any Kind of Shopper]]></title><description><![CDATA[Part of the fun in thrifting is that you never know what you are going to find. Here are the best places to shop secondhand in New Jersey. ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/best-thrift-stores-in-nj</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/best-thrift-stores-in-nj</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Eva Hagan]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 26 Dec 2023 16:53:56 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/WFN6GJaES/0x0/bestthrift-stores-in-nj-2-1703262546950.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>These Are the 10 Best Thrift Stores in New Jersey for Any Kind of Shopper</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman Thrifts $6,000 Galia Lahav Wedding Gown for $25 — and She's Not Even Engaged]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Alabama woman didn't have plans to get married when she found her dream dress at Goodwill. The $6,000 Galia Lahav designer dress cost her just $25. ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/galia-lahav-wedding-dress-secondhand-goodwill</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/galia-lahav-wedding-dress-secondhand-goodwill</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Danielle Letenyei]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 15 Dec 2023 19:52:08 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/0GZRNOwDq/0x0/galia-lahav-wedding-dress-secondhand-goodwill-1702667878752.jpg"/><media:credit>@emmalifaith/tiktok</media:credit><media:description>Woman Thrifts $6,000 Galia Lahav Wedding Gown for $25 — and She&apos;s Not Even Engaged</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Is AliExpress So Cheap? What You Should Know About the Uber-Affordable Online Bazaar ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Though AliExpress is known for wildly cheap finds, the marketplace is also associated with stealing art, scams, fast fashion, and harmful chemicals.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/business/why-is-aliexpress-so-cheap</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/business/why-is-aliexpress-so-cheap</guid><category><![CDATA[Business]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2023 21:06:35 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/s3lSs6ozt/0x0/why-is-aliexpress-so-cheap-1701991659017.jpg"/><media:credit>Getty Images</media:credit><media:description>Why Is AliExpress So Cheap? What You Should Know About the Uber-Affordable Online Bazaar </media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Quince as Sustainable as the Brand Claims? The Truth About This "Luxury for Less" Direct-to-Consumer Label ]]></title><description><![CDATA[As an online factory marketplace, Quince keeps the prices of its "luxury" offerings low, prompting shoppers to wonder if it's legit. ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/is-quince-legit</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/is-quince-legit</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2023 16:53:58 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/BuTnjeQIO/0x0/is-quince-legit-1-1702068465386.jpg"/><media:credit>onequince/Instagram</media:credit><media:description>Is Quince as Sustainable as the Brand Claims? The Truth About This &quot;Luxury for Less&quot; Direct-to-Consumer Label </media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rihanna's Savage X Fenty Is Apparently Even Less Ethical Than Shein, According to Report]]></title><description><![CDATA[Content creator Ready to Glare discussed an enlightening brand assessment in a video, highlighting the ethical flops of Rihanna's Savage X Fenty.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/is-rihanna-savage-x-fenty-ethical</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/is-rihanna-savage-x-fenty-ethical</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2023 16:00:03 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/5zQ1pEuav/0x0/is-rihanna-savage-x-fenty-ethical-1701791964452.jpg"/><media:credit>Getty Images</media:credit><media:description>Rihanna&apos;s Savage X Fenty Is Apparently Even Less Ethical Than Shein, According to Report</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Cheap Synthetic Fashion Killing Us? The Truth About Polyester Fabric]]></title><description><![CDATA[Do you like eating microplastics? We bet you don't! Well, your adored polyester hoodie is likely contributing to the global plastic pollution crisis.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/is-polyester-bad-for-you</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/is-polyester-bad-for-you</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2023 20:56:59 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/MY3TbZJfw/0x0/is-polyester-bad-for-you-1701272269113.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>Is Cheap Synthetic Fashion Killing Us? The Truth About Polyester Fabric</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[On-Trend Sustainable Fashion That Doesn't Break the Bank? Yes, It Exists!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Let's face it, most people aren't looking to thrift every item in their wardrobe. Because of this, lifting up affordable sustainable fashion brands is vital.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/affordable-sustainable-fashion</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/affordable-sustainable-fashion</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 19:25:34 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/Kv7zGzxYj/0x0/affordable-sustainable-fashion-1701100923071.jpg"/><media:credit>organicbasics/Instagram</media:credit><media:description>On-Trend Sustainable Fashion That Doesn&apos;t Break the Bank? Yes, It Exists!</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Project Runway' Contestant Is Recycling Thread Clippings Into Stunning Handbags]]></title><description><![CDATA[Instead of throwing away threads from past sewing projects, designer Kelly Dempsey recycles them into gorgeous handbags. Here's how she does it.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/small-changes/recycle-thread-clippings-into-fabric</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/small-changes/recycle-thread-clippings-into-fabric</guid><category><![CDATA[Small Changes]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kate Underwood]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 17:46:30 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/mL9PH5mPw/0x0/recycled-thread-clippings-into-fabric-3-1701186666255.jpg"/><media:credit>Kelly Dempsey/Instagram</media:credit><media:description>&apos;Project Runway&apos; Contestant Is Recycling Thread Clippings Into Stunning Handbags</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[In Need of Sustainable Outerwear? Consider These Vegan and Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Merino Wool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Looking to prioritize animal kindness and climate-conscious consumerism this winter? Then ditch the Merino wool and opt for vegan fabrics like hemp, lyocell, and ramie.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/merino-wool-alternative</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/merino-wool-alternative</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 25 Nov 2023 13:22:00 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/m8ZDB_DlN/0x0/merino-wool-alternative-1700669299837.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>In Need of Sustainable Outerwear? Consider These Vegan and Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Merino Wool</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Temu Is a Social Media Sensation, but Why Is It so Cheap? An Investigation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Temu is known for its cheap prices. However, like Shein, the low prices mean a greater cost for laborers and the environment. ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/small-changes/why-is-temu-so-cheap</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/small-changes/why-is-temu-so-cheap</guid><category><![CDATA[Small Changes]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Eva Hagan]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2023 17:00:22 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/lKA68r-O-/0x0/why-is-temu-so-cheap-1-1700669381224.jpg"/><media:credit>Getty Images</media:credit><media:description>Temu Is a Social Media Sensation, but Why Is It so Cheap? An Investigation</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lab-Grown Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend — But How Are They Made?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Whether you opt for a CVD or HPHT diamond, lab-grown diamonds are cheaper, more ethical, and eco-friendly. Plus, they have the same chemical makeup as mined diamonds!]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/technology/how-are-lab-grown-diamonds-made</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/technology/how-are-lab-grown-diamonds-made</guid><category><![CDATA[Technology]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Nov 2023 20:34:55 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/rvixip_GY/0x0/how-are-lab-grown-diamonds-made-1700502809337.jpg"/><media:credit>BBC News/YouTube</media:credit><media:description>Lab-Grown Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend — But How Are They Made?</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Keep Your Stainless Steel Jewelry Sparkling With These Eco-Friendly Household Hacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Subtly abrasive items and household ingredients like jewelry cloths, toothpaste, and baking soda can be used to keep stainless steel jewelry squeaky clean.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/sustainable-living/how-to-clean-stainless-steel-jewelry</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/sustainable-living/how-to-clean-stainless-steel-jewelry</guid><category><![CDATA[Sustainable Living]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 21:25:32 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/unpmDDU8g/0x0/how-to-clean-stainless-steel-jewelry-1700145852316.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>Keep Your Stainless Steel Jewelry Sparkling With These Eco-Friendly Household Hacks</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[These Artists Are Making Clothing With Dog Hair, but Not Everyone Is a Fan]]></title><description><![CDATA[From history to ethics, there's a lot to discuss when it comes to the lost art of chiengora — aka spinning dog hair into yarn and creating textiles.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/pets/can-you-make-yarn-from-dog-hair</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/pets/can-you-make-yarn-from-dog-hair</guid><category><![CDATA[Pets]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/VcNCszfii/0x0/can-you-make-yarn-from-dog-hair-1699389459866.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>These Artists Are Making Clothing With Dog Hair, but Not Everyone Is a Fan</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uganda-Based Company Is Transforming Banana Stems From Waste Into Sustainable Fabric]]></title><description><![CDATA[TEXFAD, a company based in Uganda, is using banana leaves and stems to make sustainable fabric, which can then be used to make various everyday goods.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/sustainable-living/banana-fabric-uganda</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/sustainable-living/banana-fabric-uganda</guid><category><![CDATA[Sustainable Living]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kori Williams]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2023 20:52:37 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/G1dkvL2l5/0x0/banana-fabric-uganda-1-1699390021953.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock, Texfad/Facebook</media:credit><media:description>Uganda-Based Company Is Transforming Banana Stems From Waste Into Sustainable Fabric</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leather Expert Calls Out Coachtopia for Greenwashing on Social Media — Details Here]]></title><description><![CDATA[A leather expert who breaks down luxury leather items on social media says Coachtopia bags aren't as sustainable as they're made out to be. ]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/sustainable-living/coachtopia-leather-greenwashing</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/sustainable-living/coachtopia-leather-greenwashing</guid><category><![CDATA[Sustainable Living]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kate Underwood]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2023 18:32:42 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/QTpmz8fsT/0x0/coachtopia-leather-greenwashing-10-1699029197411.jpg"/><media:credit>Tanner Leatherstein/TikTok</media:credit><media:description>Leather Expert Calls Out Coachtopia for Greenwashing on Social Media — Details Here</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[With Help From Billie Eilish, Gucci Launches Its First Vegan Handbag]]></title><description><![CDATA[Musician Billie Eilish, who is also vegan, is using her influence to promote Gucci's new plant-based handbag, made from a new material.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/gucci-vegan-bag-billie-eilish</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/gucci-vegan-bag-billie-eilish</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kate Underwood]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2023 16:45:45 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/Db-tZ5hoy/0x0/gucci-vegan-bag-billie-eilish-1698766535623.jpg"/><media:credit>Tyrell Hampton/Gucci</media:credit><media:description>With Help From Billie Eilish, Gucci Launches Its First Vegan Handbag</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Goodwill's Triumphs and Controversies: What to Know Before You Go Poppin' Tags]]></title><description><![CDATA[We're exploring Goodwill's charitable nature and list of controversies, which allegedly include low wages, executive greed, and discrimination.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/why-is-goodwill-bad</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/why-is-goodwill-bad</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2023 20:44:36 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/2On-8njUc/0x0/why-is-goodwill-bad-1698696026329.jpg"/><media:credit>iStock</media:credit><media:description>Goodwill&apos;s Triumphs and Controversies: What to Know Before You Go Poppin&apos; Tags</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chatting With the Talented Darlings of the Reworked Vintage Clothing Movement (Exclusive)]]></title><description><![CDATA[In an exclusive interview with 'Green Matters,' reworked vintage clothing designers Maddie West and Brooklyn Karasack got candid about their sustainable fashion journeys.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/reworked-vintage-clothing</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/reworked-vintage-clothing</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bianca Piazza]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2023 20:29:07 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/4rjhDqzSn/0x0/reworked-vintage-clothing-1697145791244.jpg"/><media:credit>sloppysecondsnyc/Instagram; Cozza Media</media:credit><media:description>Chatting With the Talented Darlings of the Reworked Vintage Clothing Movement (Exclusive)</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Things You Can Do With Those Old Jeans in the Back of Your Closet]]></title><description><![CDATA[Found some old jeans in your closet? Try a few DIYs, consider upcycling, or see if you can recycle them.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/style/what-to-do-with-old-jeans</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/style/what-to-do-with-old-jeans</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rayna Skiver]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 19:34:35 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/z1vaHR6R1/0x0/what-to-do-with-old-jeans-1-1696967292487.jpeg"/><media:credit>ISTOCK</media:credit><media:description>10 Things You Can Do With Those Old Jeans in the Back of Your Closet</media:description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our Favorite Sustainable Bras and Bralettes for Under $50]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here’s a look at eight brands making affordable, sustainable bras, bralettes, and more — all of which offer bras under $50.]]></description><link>https://www.greenmatters.com/p/sustainable-affordable-bras</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.greenmatters.com/p/sustainable-affordable-bras</guid><category><![CDATA[Style]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sophie Hirsh]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 17 Aug 2021 14:00:02 GMT</pubDate><media:content medium="image" width="1200" height="628" url="https://media.greenmatters.com/brand-img/_Pd9rfQ-O/0x0/sustainable-affordable-bras-1629147776962.jpg"/><media:credit>Parade</media:credit><media:description>Our Favorite Sustainable Bras and Bralettes for Under $50</media:description></item></channel></rss>