13 Standout Moments of Activism From New York Fashion Week

Business of Fashion launched the #TiedTogether movement during Fashion Week, asking the community to wear white bandanas as a way to show unity, equality, and an appreciation for all humankind. Tommy Hilfiger was the first to kick this off at his show when Gigi Hadid walked down the runway with one tied to her wrist.

The "Fashion Stands With Planned Parenthood" pins were a collaboration between the organization and the CFDA. They were spotted as front-row momentos at shows like the Brock Collection while models at Tome wore one with their runway outfits.

Emily Ratajkowski wore her's to Altuzarra.

Of the 52 looks that the designer sent down the runway, this t-shirt drew the most cheers and applause from guests. All proceeds from the shirt went to the ACLU, which quickly led to it selling out.

Models such as Bella Hadid, Candice Huffine, and Marquita Pring walked down the runway in shirts that read, “I Have a Dream," “Love is Love,” “We’re Still Here,” and “Stronger Than Fear." Gurung revealed that he was inspired by the Women's March he had attended in January, giving way to create these shirts. For those who attended the march, you'll recognize that a lot of these phrases were chanted by the crowd in NYC. "To me feminism is not just a trending topic," he said. "It’s the only way I’ve known, even before I knew what [feminism] was."

Chromat collaborated with outdoor brand Klymit for its Fall 2017 show, designing inflatable garments that "help the wearer stay afloat and protected." The theme was how to survive in a world where there are so many uncertainties, especially with the current politics. "We know that no one is entitled to a happy ending," said the show notes. "And this has further strengthened our drive to fight for the inclusive and empowering world we want to see." As guests exited the room, the song "F Trump" played on repeat.

Designers Dao-Yi Chow and Maxwell Osborne played on President Donald Trump's campaign slogan ("Make America Great Again") with "Make America New York." The phrase appeared on snapbacks and crop tees in the Fall '17 collection along with a jacket that read, "We Need Leaders."

The top also featured a graphic that appeared to be two parents tucking their children into bed. The innocent scene contrasted sharply with the rest of America's mood.

The fashion community tried to send out positive, messages of hope during Fashion Week and Cinq à Sept followed suit. The show had a model wear a shirt that seemingly spoke to an inclusive and diverse America.

Perhaps no phrase better connects us all than this one on a blue shirt at Creatures of Comfort. Designer Jade Lai created a multicolor top that said, "We Are All Human Beings," for her Fall '17 collection.

Aimee Song was snapped wearing a "No Walls Between Us," jacket and she wasn't the only one whose outfit got political. Many street style stars sported phrases on their shirts such as "Love Will Keep Us Together" and "F*ck Hate."