How to Support Ethical Brands Amidst the Black Friday Hype
Amidst the hype of Black Friday, sustainable shoppers face a dilemma: how do you shop ethically during a big sale?
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Shop These Sustainable Swimsuit Brands
Swimwear doesn't have to be fast fashion. Instead, consider shopping one of these four sustainable swimsuit brands the next time you need a suit.
Thrift Queen Macy Eleni Talks Sustainable Fashion and a Possible Reality Show! (EXCLUSIVE)
Thrifting influencer and author Macy Eleni spoke to Green Matters about sustainable fashion, estate sale finds, and more. Read on.
The 10 Best Eco-Friendly Backpack Brands
Check out the 10 winners of our award for the best eco-friendly backpack brands.
4 Sustainable and Ethical Vegan Ballet Slipper Brands for Dancers
If you practice ballet, and you maintain a vegan lifestyle, you know all too well that most shoes contain leather. Here are some great alternatives.
One Lucky Thrifter Discovers Carrie Bradshaw's 'Sex and the City' Wedding Dress for $19
A lucky now-viral woman discovers Carrie Bradshaw's iconic 'Sex and the City' Vera Wang wedding dress while thrifting.
These Makeup Formulas Will Make Mature Skin Look and Feel Fabulous
Older women often need more hydrating formulas in their cosmetic products. Here are our six favorite makeup brands for older women.
How Celebrities Are Redefining Eco-Friendly, Sustainable Everyday Accessories in 2025
The role of celebrities in redefining everyday eco-friendly and sustainable accessories in 2025 is both empowering and inspiring.
Have an Old Fur Coat? These Organizations Can Use It to Help Wildlife
If you want to recycle or donate an old fur coat, there are a number of options!
10 Best Zero-Waste Cosmetic Brands That Should Be on Your Radar
Check out the 10 winners of our award for the best zero-waste cosmetics and makeup brands.
Finding Your Perfect Fit: The Ultimate Guide to Prescription Glasses
Here is your guide to finding prescription glasses with the perfect fit — making sure they last you for a long time and need to be replaced less often.
6 Stylish, Sustainable Blue Light Glasses That Prevent Eye Strain
Feast your eyes on these chic blue light glasses made of plant-based and recycled materials. Be safe and stylish while you scroll.
14 Fashion Companies With Their Own Resell Programs, From Carhartt to Lululemon
In recent years, more and more companies have launched buyback and resell programs, allowing customers to send their old items back in exchange for money or store credit.
Fact Check: Can Putting Vaseline on Your Lashes Make Them Grow?
Some swear by Vaseline to help eyelashes grow, but experts say there's no proof the beauty treatment works.
3 Ways to Naturally Clean Your Makeup Sponges
Microwaves and Castile soap are just a few tools to clean makeup sponges without relying on harsh chemicals or cleaners.
How Gen Z Made Fast Fashion Uncool (Exclusive)
We spoke with fashion experts Maya Penn and Sara Walker to unpack how younger generations, notably Gen Z, are leading the anti-fast fashion movement.
This May Have Been NYFW's Only True Sustainable Fashion Show This Year (Exclusive)
Green Matters received exclusive comments from members of Remake's "Walk Your Values" annual fashion show team about their experience.
#ShopLikeNana: Grandma's Hand-Me-Downs Are the Latest Trend in Sustainable Fashion
Black Public Media's social media campaign #ShopLikeNana encourages consumers to shop sustainably in their grandparents' closets.
Zero Waste Daniel Brings Eco-Couture and Cabaret to NYFW: "We're All Sharing One Mission" (Exclusive)
In an exclusive interview with Green Matters, Zero Waste Daniel designer Daniel Silverstein discussed his couture clothing 2024 fashion show 'Sustainable Fashion Is a Cabaret.'
Rave, Don’t Rage Against the Planet — These Upcycling Designers Slay Sustainable Festival Wear (Exclusive)
Can on-theme outfits for raves be sustainable? In an interview with Green Matters, upcycling TikTok designers discussed combating fast fashion in the music festival scene.
Find Your Next Favorite Statement Piece at These Online Luxury Consignment Stores
We've hand-picked seven of our favorite luxury consignment stores for your next purchase or wardrobe statement piece.
Sustainable Fashion Week Is the "Anti-Trends" Answer to NYFW (Exclusive)
In an exclusive interview with Green Matters, upcycling designer Bridgett Artise discussed founding Sustainable Fashion Week US and sustainable fashion.
Why Women Are Sticking Their Pantyhose in the Freezer
Freezing your pantyhose for 24 hours before wearing them may help prevent runs by making the fibers in the hose stronger.
6 Eco-Friendly Waterproof Slides, Made with Sustainable Materials Like Sugarcane and Soy
These waterproof slides replace standard EVA with recycled and otherwise eco-friendly materials like foam made from sugarcane and soy.
The 10 Best Sustainable Clothing Brands for Adults
Check out the 10 winners of our award for the best sustainable clothing brands for adults.
The 10 Best Sustainable Vegan Shoe Brands
Check out the 10 winners of our award for the best sustainable and vegan shoe brands.
The 10 Best Sustainable Jewelry Brands
Check out the 10 winners of our award for the best sustainable and ethical jewelry brands.
The 10 Best Sustainable Sock Brands
Check out the 10 winners of our award for the best sustainable sock brands.
The 10 Best Sustainable Vegan Handbag Brands
Check out the 10 winners of our award for the best sustainable vegan purses, handbags, tote bags, and more.
Is It Safe to Order From Social Media Shops? These Precautions Can Help You Avoid Scams
E-commerce experts warn that it's easy to be duped on TikTok Shop, suggesting shoppers do their due diligences before buying.
An Introduction to Viscose, the Synthetic Fabric Likely Hanging in Your Closet
Viscose is a partially synthetic type of fabric that has been known to shrink when washed.
Doc Martens Are Back in Style, but Are the Shoes Comfortable to Wear? Details Here
When it comes to comfort and long-term wearability, Doc Martens require a bit of breaking in before they're ready to wear.
The 10 Best Sustainable Kids' Clothing Brands
Check out the 10 winners of our award for the best sustainable clothing for kids.
The 10 Best Sustainable Shoe Brands for Kids
Check out the 10 winners of our award for the best sustainable shoe brands for kids.
The 9 Best Shoes for Achilles Tendonitis, According to a Doctor and a Patient
These sneakers and walking shoes all have superior support and cushioning for people with Achilles tendonitis. Shop styles for men and women.
Our 6 Favorite Eco-Friendly Diaper Bags To Complement Your Parenting Style
These sturdy diaper bags and bundles include backpacks, tote bags, messenger bags, and more in sustainable and recycled materials.
Chic Pilates Socks for Every Kind of Workout Style — From No-Shows to Knee-Highs
These cozy Pilates socks made of breathable cotton and organic cotton have non-slip grip and will keep you stable and stylish on the Reformer or mat.
These Sustainable Compression Socks Are Beloved by Nurses, Athletes, and Pregnant People
These six pairs of sustainably made compression socks have been vetted for comfort and performance by nurses, gym rats, and pregnant people.
Is Lululemon Worth It? Here’s Everything You Need to Know About the Brand Before Buying
For many people, the price of Lululemon isn’t justified, especially when factors like quality and ethics are considered.
Is Temu Ethical? What Consumers Need to Know About the Popular Marketplace
Some have claimed that fast fashion retailer Temu is unethical, low-quality, and unreliable.
Eco-Friendly Hair Ties and Scrunchies to Get You Through Bad Hair Days, Sustainably
These eco-friendly hair ties and scrunchies will get you through any bad hair day, sustainably.
This Artist Is Upcycling Discarded Event T-Shirts Into New, Trendy Tees
In an exclusive guest piece for Green Matters, environmental creator Isaias Hernandez and artist Stephanie Dillon write about what inspired their upcycled fashion brand, Citizen-T.
People Are Confused Over Whether or Not You Can Eat Crocs
An urban legend has people convinced they can eat Crocs, but representatives from the company deny that claim.
Is Athletic Apparel Retailer Alo Yoga Considered Fast Fashion? Here's What We Know
With a sizable carbon footprint and unprotected workers within its supply chain, Alo Yoga isn't rated highly.
Is Urban Outfitters Considered Fast Fashion? Here's What We Know About the Retailer
Urban Outfitters is not rated highly by those monitoring their use of hazardous chemicals in their production line.
Uniqlo Battles Fast Fashion Accusations Due to Its Murky Sustainability Practices and More
Critics of Uniqlo say that it doesn't go far enough in its quest to produce ethical clothing, especially when it comes to labor violations and lack of certifications.
4 Trendy Thrift Flip Upcycling Tutorials — No Sewing Required
These thrift flipping ideas are easy, stylish, and require no sewing!
You Get What You Pay for: What to Know About Shein's Quality
Shein is known for being unbelievably inexpensive, but shoppers don't actually get much bang for their buck.
How Trendy Bag Company Dagne Dover's Founders Embrace Their AAPI Heritage (Exclusive)
Melissa Mash and Deepa Gandhi, the co-founders of eco-conscious backpack brand Dagne Dover, discussed the impact of their AAPI heritage on the brand with Green Matters.