Tremaine Emory is a designer, cultural thinker, and founder of Denim Tears, a brand that uses fashion to explore the history and legacy of the African diaspora. Born in Georgia and raised in Queens, New York, Tremaine has worked with influential figures and brands including Marc Jacobs, Stüssy, and Kanye West before becoming creative director of Supreme in 2022. Through Denim Tears, Emory transforms symbols like cotton and the American flag into powerful meditations on race, memory, and resistance. His work bridges art, fashion, and activism, challenging audiences to see clothing as both storytelling and social critique.
