Melania Trump’s Final FLOTUS Fashion: Chanel, Gucci, and Roger Vivier Flats

Melania Trump’s style profile is defined by a curated mix of European couture and American classics, often anchored by her signature sky-high stilettos.

From the structured silhouettes of Christian Dior to the sharp tailoring of Michael Kors, her wardrobe choices consistently highlight a preference for bold textures and luxury footwear.

Melania Trump’s Bold Red Alexander McQueen Coat and Zebra-Print Manolo Blahniks

One of her most memorable winter ensembles occurred on December 5, 2020, when she departed the White House for a rally in Valdosta, Georgia. The look was a masterclass in seasonal styling, pairing a vibrant statement coat with animal-print pumps.

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump leave the White House on December 5, 2020 (Credit: Instar / WENN)

The First Lady made a statement in a double-breasted red leather coat from Alexander McQueen ($6,200). The sold-out topper showcases Alexander McQueen’s creative director, Sarah Burton’s, sharp and precise tailoring.

Made from Italian leather, the coat features padded shoulders, a flattering nipped-in waist, and a box pleated skirt. Underneath her outerwear, Melania wore a black long-sleeved dress that fell right below her knees.

Melania Trump makes a bold winter statement in a red leather Alexander McQueen coat, pairing the striking outerwear with zebra-print Manolo Blahnik BB pumps

The mother of Barron Trump glammed up her look further with a loose, wavy hairstyle and her signature smoky eye makeup.

Melania Trump styles her hair in loose waves and wears her signature smoky eye makeup

Not one to shy away from a bold fashion statement, Melania showed off her feet in zebra-printed pumps from Manolo Blahnik. Aside from the zebra pony skin, the BB pumps also feature contrasting red leather piping and about 4-inch red stiletto heels.

Earlier that year, she also wore gingham-patterned Manolo Blahnik pumps to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment. To honor Saint John Paul II with a ceremonial wreath at the national shrine, Melania once again wore her favorite Manolo Blahnik BB pumps with a black Dior sleeveless dress.

Melania Trump shows off her US size 10.5 feet in striking zebra-print Manolo Blahnik BB pumps with contrasting red leather piping

Seasonal Winter Styling: Oversized Balenciaga Plaid and Dior Empreinte Riding Boots

Later that month, Melania Trump maintained her signature polished style, stepping out in a sharply tailored dark ensemble paired with classic pointed-toe stiletto pumps.

Just days before the Capitol siege, Donald Trump was in his usual dark suit, white shirt, and red tie combo, while Melania bundled up in an oversized checkered coat.

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump return to the White House after cutting short their Mar-a-Lago vacation on December 31, 2020, with Melania wearing a dark plaid coat, oversized sunglasses, and sleek knee-high leather boots

The First Lady opted for a Balenciaga coat featuring a wide collar, a front-button fastening, long sleeves, and a mid-length hem.

Wearing her signature tresses down, she styled her cold-weather look with a pair of black leather gloves and Saint Laurent New Wave 1 sunglasses. The former model slipped into a pair of Dior Empreinte Boots, valued at $1,690.

Melania Trump bundles up in an oversized Balenciaga check-print coat

Melania Trump styles her winter look with Saint Laurent sunglasses

While these soft calfskin boots have a classic design, the fashion house’s signature CD logo in gold-tone gives them a chic, luxurious update. They’re a timeless pair of riding boots that feature adjustable straps and about 0.5-inch heels.

Melania Trump steps out in black calfskin leather Dior Empreinte riding boots beneath a tailored plaid coat

When Melania Trump—standing 5ft 9¼ (175.9 cm)—departed the White House on January 20, 2021, she marked the end of her tenure as First Lady with two striking high-fashion looks that carried her from Washington, D.C., to Palm Beach, Florida.

Her final appearances as First Lady leaned heavily on European luxury, transitioning from formal black tailoring to vibrant, retro-inspired resort wear.

For her departure from Joint Base Andrews, she chose a structured Chanel Pre-Fall Métiers d’Art jacket paired with her signature Christian Louboutin heels and a crocodile Birkin bag from Hermès. This monochromatic ensemble served as a sharp contrast to the colorful wardrobe change that would follow mid-flight.

Melania Trump Departs the White House in Chanel Tailoring and Christian Louboutin Pumps

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump at Joint Base Andrews before boarding Air Force One for his last time as President on January 20, 2021, in Joint Base Andrews, Maryland (Credit: Instar / WENN)

Neither she nor her husband wore masks. After attending Donald Trump’s rally-type exit speech, Melania boarded Marine One for Mar-a-Lago.

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump depart the White House for the final time on January 20, 2021, with Melania wearing a sharply tailored black Chanel jacket and skirt paired with classic Christian Louboutin pointed-toe pumps

“Being your first lady was my greatest honor — thank you for your love and support,” she said in a short farewell speech.

“You will be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all, God bless your families, and God bless this beautiful nation.”

Melania Trump Switches to a Retro Gucci Maxi Dress and Roger Vivier Flats for Palm Beach Arrival

Outgoing U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump exit Air Force One at the Palm Beach International Airport on the way to Mar-a-Lago Club on January 20, 2021, in West Palm Beach, Florida

Before landing in Florida, the outgoing First Lady changed into a colorful printed silk-and-wool cady maxi dress from Gucci ($3,700).

Her retro-inspired dress features a hypnotic geometric print inflected with the label’s GG logo.

Melania Trump arrives in Palm Beach wearing a retro-inspired Gucci silk-and-wool cady maxi dress featuring a bold geometric print reminiscent of 1970s psychedelia, paired with understated Roger Vivier goatskin ballerina flats and oversized sunglasses

She paired the retro-print Gucci dress with sleek goatskin ballerina flats from the Parisian house of Roger Vivier and oversized Gucci sunglasses, opting for understated comfort for the Palm Beach arrival.

Notably, both of her footwear choices that day came from French designers—Roger Vivier and earlier Christian Louboutin—rather than American labels such as Stuart Weitzman, Sam Edelman, or Steve Madden, several of which are highlighted in Your Next Shoes’ guide to American fashion brands.

This Gucci silk-and-wool cady maxi dress channels the bold geometric prints and hypnotic color palette of 1970s fashion with a striking retro-inspired pattern

Fast forward to 2025, and Melania Trump’s return to the White House showcased a continued preference for high-end European labels and architectural silhouettes.

Melania Trump’s long-running preference for Manolo Blahnik helps explain why the brand appears so often in her most polished public fashion moments. From classic BB pumps to statement-making patterned styles, her choices reflect the label’s enduring appeal among women drawn to sharp silhouettes, elevated femininity, and timeless designer footwear.

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