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Tremaine Emory Exits Supreme, Alleging ‘Systematic Racism’

The streetwear giant’s creative director has submitted a letter of resignation, seen by BoF. Emory was Supreme’s first high-profile appointment since it was acquired by VF Corp in 2020.
Supreme creative director Tremaine Emory is exiting the streetwear giant.
Supreme creative director Tremaine Emory is exiting the streetwear giant after a year and a half in the role. (Getty Images)
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Supreme creative director Tremaine Emory is exiting the streetwear giant after a year and a half in the role over allegations that “systematic racism was at play within the structure of Supreme,” according to a letter of resignation seen by BoF. A representative for Supreme confirmed the departure.

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