Anthropologie has been accused of racial profiling and using code words for Black shoppers — read the apology statement the company officially issued on Instagram

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• Anthropologie issued an official apology statement on Instagram after allegations of racial discrimination.
• Instagrammers have called out the brand for racial profiling, using a code name for shoppers, and lack of diversity in hiring.
• Microinfluencer Lydia Okello also challenged Anthropologie after stating on Instagram the brand asked them to work on a campaign for free.
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Anthropologie is the latest fashion retailer facing allegations of racial discrimination.

The affluent lifestyle brand, where products cost as much as $795 for dresses or $9,000 for a camping tent, has been called out in its Instagram comments for discriminatory practices.

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