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Who Is the Green Lady Featured in ‘The Subway’ by Chappell Roan?

She’s Elizabeth Sweetheart, and she’s worn green every single day for over two decades

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If you’ve seen Chappell Roan’s new video for ‘The Subway,’ there’s a quick moment that almost steals the show—a woman dressed head-to-toe in bright green, looking like she walked straight out of a fairytale. That’s not a costume. That’s Elizabeth Sweetheart, better known as the Green Lady of Brooklyn. She always dresses in green—and yes, she’s very real.

Elizabeth has worn green every single day for over two decades. We’re not talking muted olive or forest tones. Think lime, electric, and neon green—clothing, shoes, hair, glasses, lipstick, and even her kitchen appliances. Her look is a full-on commitment to color, and it’s made her a local legend in her Carroll Gardens neighborhood.

But this isn’t just a fashion choice—it’s her identity. Elizabeth has said in past interviews that green makes her feel good. It started as a small style preference and eventually became a lifestyle. For Elizabeth, green is more than a color—it’s joy.

Before she became the Green Lady, Elizabeth was an artist who made handmade illustrations. Her talent with patterns, fabrics, and color palettes is what gave her the eye—and confidence—to build such a consistent and striking look. She’s proof that personal style isn’t just self-expression—it’s art.

How Did She End Up in ‘The Subway’?

In Chappell Roan’s video, Elizabeth makes a charming appearance, blending seamlessly into a world already rich with surreal, theatrical visuals. Roan, known for her bold aesthetic and queer pop anthems, seems to have chosen Elizabeth as a visual symbol—someone who represents being unapologetically yourself.

And really, who fits that better than a woman who’s made neon green her personal brand. Especially in a song that reflects on not being able to forget an ex-lover’s green hair?

A New York Icon in Her Own Right

In a city full of characters, Elizabeth Sweetheart stands out for being truly one-of-a-kind. She radiates warmth, confidence, and joy—exactly the kind of energy Chappell Roan’s video thrives on. It’s not every day that someone becomes a local icon just by being themselves, but Elizabeth reminds us that you don’t need fame to make an impact. Just commitment… and maybe a whole lot of green dye.