Meet Elizabeth Sweetheart: The Green Lady of Brooklyn Who Painted the World with Joy
Have you ever met someone whose wardrobe, house, and hair all match the same vibrant color? Let us introduce you to the delightfully unforgettable Elizabeth Eaton Rosenthal — though most people know her as Elizabeth Sweetheart, or more famously, The Green Lady of Brooklyn. 💚
An Artist at Heart, Green in Spirit
Elizabeth is more than just a colorful personality — she’s a painter, textile designer, and fine artist with a career that spans decades. Born in Nova Scotia, Canada, her passion for art blossomed at a young age. After studying at the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design, she moved to New York City, where her artistic journey truly began.
She carved out a name for herself in the world of fabric design, working with top fashion houses and creating patterns that danced with life. But one day, Elizabeth made a choice that would change everything…
Why Green?
One morning in the 1960s, Elizabeth put on a green outfit… and never looked back.
“Green is the color of life, of spring, of happiness. It just makes me feel good,” she says with a glowing smile.
Now, she wears green every single day — from her shoes to her signature dyed-green hair. Her Brooklyn brownstone, decorated entirely in vibrant shades of green, feels like stepping into a real-life fairytale.
A Social Media Sensation
Though she never set out to become an internet icon, Elizabeth’s one-of-a-kind look and infectious positivity made her a favorite on Instagram, TikTok, and in street photography blogs. Strangers stop her on the street for selfies. Children wave to her like she’s a magical being — and in many ways, she is.
Behind the Green: The Textile Queen
Before becoming an urban legend, Elizabeth was known in New York’s fashion circles as a talented textile artist. Her hand-painted fabrics graced runways and designer collections.
More Than a Colorful Character
Elizabeth Sweetheart is not just about green. She’s a reminder that joy is a choice, and self-expression is a form of art. Her daily commitment to happiness — even through the simple act of dressing in green — has turned her into a walking inspiration.
“Don’t be afraid to be yourself,” she often says. “Even if it’s a little weird. Weird is wonderful.”
Whether you call her Elizabeth Eaton Rosenthal, The Green Lady, or just Elizabeth Sweetheart, one thing’s for sure — she’s a true original who turned the sidewalks of Brooklyn into her own personal runway.
Would you dare to live life in full color like her? 💚
