For all its glitz, pageantry and walk-across-the-stage moments, the NBA Draft could easily double for a midtown Manhattan fashion show. And as with the premiere of a spring line, the draftees don't get a do-over when it comes to choosing their garb for the occasion. To give hoops devotees a better idea of what to expect come Thursday night, All-Access Pass takes a look back at some of the more memorable outfits donned by the NBA's newbies.

Draft Fashion: 1984-1987 | 1994-1996 | 1997-2002

1984 Akeem Olajuwon The Dream spent his big night in a tux ... and a moustache. Just like every other person photographed on this page. Noren Trotman/NBAE/Getty Images

1985 Karl Malone Country boy Karl Malone steered clear of the formal wear and went with a too-short tie instead. NBAE/Getty Images

1986 Chuck Person The Rifleman made himself quite a fashion target by donning a pink and white tuxedo on draft night. Noren Trotman/NBAE/Getty Images

1987 Mark Jackson A fresh-faced Mark Jackson went Wall Street smart for his draft ensemble and seemingly poached an outfit from Gordon Gekko's closet. Noren Trotman/NBAE/Getty Images

Draft Fashion: 1984-1987 | 1994-1996 | 1997-2002