At this year’s White House Easter Egg Roll, First Lady Melania Trump made waves not just with her appearance but with her choice of outfit — a cream-colored trench coat by Canadian luxury brand Mackage.

The $1,890 Gael-V leather trench, designed in Montreal, features a belted waist and double-breasted buttons. Though stylish, the coat’s origin caught attention amid lingering trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada, prompting speculation about whether Melania’s pick was a political statement or just a fashion choice.

Political analyst Eric Ham suggested Melania may be signaling independence from her husband’s policies, while fashion professor Henry Navarro Delgado noted it might have been the decision of a stylist. He added that Mackage is a favorite among progressive figures like Madonna and Meghan Markle, which could give the coat added symbolic weight.

This isn’t the first time Melania’s wardrobe made headlines. Her controversial 2018 jacket reading “I really don’t care, do u?” continues to spark debate. In contrast, previous Easter events saw her wearing American and British designers, including Hervé Pierre, Burberry, and Michael Kors.

While the White House didn’t comment, the takeaway is clear: Melania’s fashion continues to stir public interest — blending style, symbolism, and speculation.