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African Americans in history, black models, Donyale Luna, first africa, first african americans in fashion, first black supermodel, First designer to use black models, paco rabanne
Paco Rabanne
Rabanne wanted to create a look that broke tradition, he wanted to do something different. He decided to use black models on the runway, during a time when it was never before seen. His spectacular collection caused a scandal. This outrageous behavior shocked the Chambre Syndicale de la Couture Parisienne(the organization responsible for relegating ‘Haute Couture ‘ status on french fashion houses), almost causing his dismissal. Though it also gained him recognition as a new fashion designer in Paris.
Donyale Luna (first black model to cover uk Vogue) wearing Paco Rabanne
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