As she departed the White House for a trip to Palm Beach, Florida, on February 14, 2020, Melania Trump wore a polished monochromatic look centered on a red faux-leather trench coat and contrasting navy Christian Louboutin pumps.
President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump walk to board Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C., on February 14, 2020, as they depart for a weekend trip to Mar-a-Lago (Credit: Instar / WENN)
While the statement coat immediately drew attention, the footwear provided an equally interesting design detail.
Her Christian Louboutin Agneska Wave pumps featured the French luxury house’s distinctive wavy topline, adding texture and movement to an otherwise streamlined silhouette.
Melania Trump’s trench coat is tailored in a timeless silhouette but updated in red faux leather to make it more contemporary
For the departure, Melania wore a cherry-red faux-leather trench coat by Les Rêveries.
The structured silhouette, defined by a sharp collar, covered buttons, and a belted waist, balanced the coat’s bold color with classic tailoring—a combination that aligned with her longstanding preference for polished outerwear and high-heel styling.
Melania Trump grounded her bold red trench coat with navy Christian Louboutin Agneska Wave pumps, whose sculptural scalloped topline and signature red soles added a subtle contrast to the monochromatic styling
She completed the look with Christian Louboutin Agneska Wave pumps. Unlike the towering So Kate and Pigalle styles frequently seen on red carpets, the Agneska Wave featured a more wearable 85 mm (3.35-inch) heel, making it a natural choice for a travel-day appearance.
The pumps provided a refined counterpoint to the structured trench coat, while the brand’s signature red soles subtly echoed the bold outerwear.
The Christian Louboutin Agneska Wave pump combines an almond toe, flowing scalloped topline, and flared 85 mm heel for a softer take on the classic court shoe
Released as part of Christian Louboutin’s broader effort to reinterpret classic court shoes, the Agneska Wave offered a softer alternative to the brand’s sharper pump silhouettes.
Its moderate heel height and understated detailing made it particularly suited to daytime tailoring, while still maintaining the elegance associated with the label’s signature red-soled footwear.
Defined by its sinuous wave-shaped opening and architectural heel, the Agneska Wave showcases Christian Louboutin’s ability to add visual movement to an otherwise minimalist pump silhouette
More of Melania Trump’s Signature Shoe Style
The Agneska Wave pumps were just one example of Melania Trump’s longstanding preference for elegant designer footwear. From classic Manolo Blahnik pumps to statement heels paired with bold outerwear, her public appearances have often reflected a consistent approach to polished, high-heel dressing.
👠 Explore Melania Trump’s Signature Shoe Moments:
- 📏 Standing at 5’9¼” (175.9 cm) and reportedly wearing a US shoe size 10.5, Melania Trump’s statuesque frame has long suited the sharp pumps and tailored silhouettes that define her public style.
- 🖤 Her black Manolo Blahnik “BB” pumps with a bespoke Dior coat dress show the sleek, architectural approach she often takes to monochrome dressing.
- 🤍 Her gingham Manolo Blahnik pumps and Michael Kors suit gave a classic white ensemble a graphic, polished finish at the White House.
- ❤️ Her red Alexander McQueen leather coat and zebra-print Manolo Blahnik pumps paired bold outerwear with an equally striking patterned heel.
- ✈️ Her final White House departure looks moved from Chanel tailoring and Christian Louboutin pumps to a Gucci maxi dress and Roger Vivier flats.
- 🇺🇸 Her 2025 inauguration wardrobe continued her preference for Manolo Blahnik pumps, structured coats, and formal First Lady polish.