Everyone’s sharing throwback photos from 2016, so we’re joining in by revisiting fall of that year. That season, A$AP Rocky threw a Fashion Week party so packed that the fire department shut it down by 9 p.m. And he wasn’t the only star making an appearance: Lady Gaga not only attended shows but also walked in Marc Jacobs’ presentation. Out on the streets, our photographer Phil Oh captured Hailey before she became a Bieber, and Lucky Blue Smith before he found love with Nara. Scroll for our favorite photos from the fall 2016 shows.

Lady Gaga sat front row at Brandon Maxwell and walked in Marc Jacobs’ fall 2016 show.
Photographed by Phil Oh

Adwoa Aboah in a Prada coat.
Photographed by Phil Oh

Hailey Baldwin before she became Mrs. Bieber.
Photographed by Phil Oh

Emily Ratajkowski arriving at a show.
Photographed by Phil Oh

Model Xiao Wen Ju surrounded by snow and UPS trucks.
Photographed by Phil Oh

Lucky Blue Smith before Nara Smith.
Photographed by Phil Oh

In 2016, A$AP Rocky’s NYFW party was so lively that the fire department arrived at 9 p.m. to close it down.
Photographed by Phil Oh

Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs 2016 New York Fashion Week Street Style

Beginner General Questions

Q What exactly is street style at Fashion Week
A Its the fashion worn by attendees editors celebrities and influencers outside the official runway shows Its about personal style and how people interpret trends in a realworld setting

Q Why is 2016 NYFW street style still talked about
A 2016 is often seen as a peak moment before social media algorithms drastically changed style It was bold eclectic and less curated than today making it a memorable and influential era

Q What were the biggest overall trends in 2016 NYFW street style
A Key trends included offtheshoulder tops statement sleeves 70sinspired flair athleisure and velvet everything

Q Were people still wearing heels to fashion week
A While heels were present 2016 solidified the dominance of fashion sneakers and blockheel ankle boots as the goto footwear for navigating the shows in comfort

Q What bags were everyone carrying
A The mini bag trend was huge often worn crossbody Also popular were structured tophandle bags and quirky personalized styles from brands like Gucci

Advanced Detailed Questions

Q How did the normcore trend from earlier years evolve by 2016
A Normcores simple basics evolved into more intentional elevated basics Think perfect oversized denim jackets crisp white sneakers and highquality minimalist sweaters often mixed with one statement piece

Q What was the cold shoulder trend and how was it styled
A The offtheshoulder or cold shoulder top was a defining trend It was styled with everything from skinny jeans and ankle boots for day to sleek skirts for evening offering a feminine and relaxed vibe

Q How did social media influence the street style of 2016
A Instagram was king Outfits were designed to be photographed leading to more maximalist colorful and instantly