Love like Leona

Vegetarian girls are in good company-- we have so many talented and chic celebrities in our corner! Alicia Silverstone, Natalie Portman, Hayden Panettiere... lucky for us, the list goes on. These girls are great examples of successful, healthy young women who eschew animal products on a daily basis. Pop sensation Leona Lewis is no different-- this British beauty uses her fame to speak up for animals.

This month's Glamour magazine featured an article called "Look Like Leona," in which the singer spilled her beauty secrets. But she was also quick to point out a major fashion faux pas: using leather for shoes and handbags.

"I'm a vegetarian," said Lewis. "I don't eat animals, so I won't wear them."

Simple as that!

Lewis also discussed her views during an April interview on New York's Z100. After being asked if she was "really" a vegetarian and if that meant she was high maintenance, Lewis replied, "No... I don't wear animal products either... so I don't buy leather. So all my accessories and stuff is really cheap!"

Lewis went on to suggest buying vinyl, plastic or PVC products. While that is certainly a vegan option, it's not exactly an eco-friendly one. Leona might like to try Matt & Nat-- they offer super-trendy handbags made from recycled materials that have the look of real leather. And unlike faux-leather, they're completely eco-chic-- a win-win for the vegan fashionista and the environmentalist!But thanks for the suggestion, Leona. We still love you!

Leona is also in talks to start her own vegan fashion line. Let's hope she opts for eco-friendly materials, too!