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Gwyneth Paltrow's 1999 Oscars dress designed by none other than man of the moment Ralph Lauren

Eventually, the service dropped the sleeve rank, reinstated name tags as well as US insignia, and started wearing ribbons again, but the stigma lives on, almost 30 years later

Since 2008, the Ludlow suit from J.Crew has become a modern-day icon

Best Royal Blue Beach Attire with Sleeves, $69 This lovely dress is perfect for a seaside ceremony

The vibrant red gives this gown a truly festive feel for black tie holiday parties and would also be great for New Years Eve

Embellished lace over Soliel organza and Chantilly lace creates a rich, luminous texture, while the dramatic basque waist and straight neckline balance structure with quiet elegance