See How First Lady Fashion Has Evolved Over the Past 80 Years TLC.com The hidden symbolism of first ladies' inaugural fashion CNN 13 Iconic First Lady Fashion Moments That Shaped History How First Ladies Use Fashion to Make Diplomatic Gestures Vanity Fair Puffy sleeves, colorful fabrics, bold designs. Among the wealthy, fashion during the Gilded Age (1870s 1900) was often opulent and detailed. These dresses showcase how the glamourous style evolved throughout the era and