Parisian designer Paco Rabanne, who made a name for himself in the 60’s with his space-age inspired fashions, was the first designer to use black models in his shows…

Left to Right: Paco Rabanne Fashion Show; Donyale Luna wearing Paco Rabanne
His defiance of popular norms almost resulted in his dismissal from the Chambre Syndicale de la Couture Parisienne.
We had to start somewhere!
Read more about Paco Rabanne here. Don’t know who Donyale Luna is? Check out this Fashion Bomb vintage post.

Surfing on one of my fave online cybershops, Lulu’s, I came across these Grey Ruched and Slouched Boots…

… cute, practical, and at $45, quite a steal!
Lulu’s always delivers! See more shoe selections here.

We’re knocking on Valentine’s Day‘s door in almost one week and The Fashion Bomb’s rounded-up some of the hottest online steals to satisfy your taste for lingerie. Whether you spice it up Posh, Sporty, Femme, or Saucy style, we’ve got you covered!

1. Marciano Sasha Sequin Corset, $124 2. Juicy Couture ‘Love Juicy’ Boyshorts, $18 3. La Perla Fairy Story Garter Belt, $27 4. Le Mystere Ruby Lace Thong, $20 5. Rhinestone Thigh Highs, $17 6. Frederick’s of Hollywood Heart Lace Teddy, $39 7. Victoria’s Secret V-string, $48 8. Agent Provocateur Lace Garter, $50 9. Frederick’s of Hollywood Rhinestone Thong Panty, $48 10. American Apparel Women’s Boy Brief, $13.

And, of course, we couldn’t forget about the fellas…

1. Kiss Satin Boxer Shorts, $8 2. Calvin Klein Bedazzled Boxer Brief, $24 3. Lifeguard Boxer Brief, $19 4. Murano Silk Sleep Pants, $48 5. Men’s Red Silk Kimono, $73.
xo,
Adri

*Psst, all Hanky Panky Valentine’s Items are 15% off from now until Feb. 13 on www.shopbop.com. Just enter the code ‘BEMINE’ at checkout!

Need some bubbly to go with that? Try Pommery’s “Single-Sized” Pink POP Rosé Champagne:

This single serving of yumminess has less fizz and a little more sweetness than the traditional Brut style rosé Champagne, so if you are spending the day hanging out with friends or your boo, it’s the perfect size to create fabulous-tasting Champagne cocktails!
Get yours for $13 at www.sherry-lehmann.com.

Fashion Bomb reader Veronica recently put me on to a t-shirt line called The Original David…

…Started by a Nigerian designer, the t-shirts are fun and cooky, and reflect the goofy kid in all of us. Q-Tip and Trey Songz are fans!
See more selections at www.theoriginaldavid.com.

Ever wanted to get a behind the scenes look at the life of a model? Famed Dominican sizzler Sessilee Lopez gives you a peak with her cute blog SessileeLopez.blogspot.com:

Catch cute pix of her doing ‘normal’ stuff along with shots of her magazine spreads and runway walks. Check her out here, and tell her the Fashion Bomb sent ya!

Nitrolicious has a few pics of the brand Married to the Mob’s Spring ’09 advertising campaign featuring rapper Kid Sister:

I became an instant fan of Kid Sister when I heard her song “Pro Nails.” So glad to see her doing her thing!
Peep the Married to the Mob collection here and if you’re not familiar with Pro Nails…

…it’s the bomb!

All you burgeoning sneaker heads have a new cool shoe to add to your collection:

Lemar & Dauley have collaborated with DC Shoes to create this ocean inspired Admiral high top. The sneaks will be available starting February 1st with a suggested retail price of $150.
See more at www.lemaranddauley.com.