The phrase "last vestiges" refers to the final remains or traces of something that once existed but is now disappearing or fading away. Full definition
Calling the block on same - sex marriage the «last vestige of institutionalized bigotry in this country,» Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has joined the Human Rights Campaign's New Yorkers for Marriage Equality campaign, which features videos of prominent Empire State residents. (nystateofpolitics.com)
She unceremoniously plucks your towel — that last vestige of modesty — from your now uncovered frame. (theexpeditioner.com)
2.4 million viewers Reality TV, along with sports and awards shows, garners a strong mix of viewers and social interaction, thanks to being one of the last vestiges of appointment viewing left on TV. (canadianbusiness.com)