Amid Canada-U.S. trade war, Melania Trump wore a coat by Montreal-based design house

Melania Trump attended the 2025 White House Easter Egg Roll this week wearing a notably subdued and minimalist ensemble that drew attention for its Canadian connection. The highlight was an off-white, double-breasted trench coat by Canadian luxury design house, Mackage , specifically the “ GAEL-V Maxi Leather Trench Coat .” The coat featured a storm flap and was belted at the waist, creating a structured silhouette. This Canadian brand is also  favoured by Meghan Markle , who has stepped out in Mackage designs on more than one occasion. Mackage, was founded in Quebec in 1999, then sold to the American private equity group Lee Equity in 2017, but remains headquartered in Montreal. Melania also showcased a French luxury pump of gray patent leather pumps from Roger Vivier, a classic and understated choice that complemented the muted palette of her outfit, according to Footwear News . The fashion press noted that her choices stood out for their lack of festivity. The look was described as “muted” and “subdued” by Vogue , a contrast to the pastel and festive attire typically associated with Easter. During Donald Trump’s first term, the first lady wore more traditional Easter attire for the annual egg roll. In 2017, she opted for a pale pink dress from Hervé Pierre; the following year, she wore a pale blue cashmere jacket from Burberry; and in 2019, she wore a blue dress by Michael Kors. During the event, Melania participated by reading to children in attendance. She was acknowledged by President Trump for her efforts in organizing the festivities. The subdued look was interpreted as reflecting a more somber or restrained mood at the event, especially in light of the news that day of the passing of Pope Francis, which was acknowledged during the festivities. Her choices are not “necessarily political,” wrote the New York Times . After all, Melania, “long ago rejected the idea that, when it came to clothes, she would have to play by anyone’s rules other than her own.”

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