26 Runway Looks We Think Melania Trump's About to Shop

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Melania Trump is nothing if not fashion conscious, so it came as no surprise that she wore a brand-new Calvin Klein shirt just days after Raf Simons unveiled his Spring 2018 collection at New York Fashion Week. In fact, the FLOTUS's wardrobe has plenty of high-fashion designer creations, including (but definitely not limited to) Delpozo, Ralph Lauren, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, and Givenchy.

That's why we scouted the runways for Melania from New York to Paris and selected the looks we imagine she's ready to shop and style with her Manolo Blahnik heels next season. Perhaps if she's feeling like a street style star, she just might complete the ensemble with a monogrammed baseball cap. Only time will tell . . .

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Alexander McQueen

Melania wore this McQueen tweed dress to welcome Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to the White House in October 2017.

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If Melania shops the latest Alexander McQueen collection, we imagine her choosing a dramatic dress she can wear for a fancy event, like this black and gold metallic design with an abundance of ruffles.

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Chanel

Melania debuted her two-tone Chanel flats on her trip to Florida in September 2017, to visit victims of Hurricane Irma. She let the classic shoe take center stage, completing the look with khaki pants and a structured blazer.

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Would Melania try the French fashion house's new PVC rain boots on for size? Perhaps if she was styling them with this mixed-material tweed number and her engagement ring for a daytime event.

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Esteban Cortazar

Melania selected this feminine blue and white number from the fashion house for July 4 festivities at the White House in 2017.

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We can imagine Melania choosing something more casual from the brand with voluminous sleeves that turn heads.

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Stella McCartney

Melania famously styled this Stella McCartney jumpsuit with a wide gold Saint Laurent belt when she visited Saudi Arabia. Her look sparked controversy, given that she opted not to wear the traditional head scarf.

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We think Melania would choose this eye-catching coordinate set from Stella's new Spring 2018 line. The bright pink shade would surely capture everyone's attention. Then again, Melania's never been afraid of a bright look.

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Hermès

Melania owns more than one Birkin bag, but her neutral-toned style — which complemented Bally trousers for her official arrival at the White House in June 2017 — spoke to the signature Hermès look: sophisticated and tailored.

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We can imagine Melania adding a body-conscious checked dress like this one to her wardrobe. She'd probably cinch her waist with a similar belt and slip into Manolo Blahnik pumps.

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Altuzarra

Melania's 2017 July 4 weekend wardrobe was certainly patriotic. This red and white slitted Altuzarra pencil skirt certainly fit the bill when finished with Christian Louboutin pumps and a crisp button-down.

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Melania has worn plenty of looks with dimension, and this textural top from Altuzarra's Spring 2018 runway could be styled with trousers and pumps for a daytime-chic ensemble.

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Valentino

Melania chose this Resort 2017 Valentino jacquard fit-and-flare for her appearance on Bastille Day in France in July 2017. She finished her outfit with bright blue pumps.

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We can imagine Melania shopping the Valentino Spring 2018 collection for something lightweight, but statement-making. The ruffled collar on this ivory shift would help her stand out.

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Givenchy

Melania chose to wear a cherry red Givenchy cape dress with matching Christian Louboutin flats when she joined the president for a trip to Palm Beach, FL, in February 2017.

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If Melania's in need of a new caped outfit, she can always try out this monochrome number, though we do think she'd trade in these cowboy boots for a pair of pumps.

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Dior

Melania's red Dior suit was an homage to Paris, chosen with her stylist Hervé Pierre to celebrate the fashion house's 70th anniversary when she visited France in July 2017.

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With Dior's consistent delivery of red carpet-worthy gowns, we can imagine Melania choosing only the best of the best. The collar on this glittery number is a modest touch, in keeping with her sophisticated wardrobe.

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Missoni

The FLOTUS styled this glittering kelly green Missoni midi dress with a pair of orange Manolo Blahnik pumps upon departure for Camp David in August 2017.

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We'd pluck a similarly bright outfit from the runway for the buzzier side of Melania's wardrobe.

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Max Mara

When Melania departed the White House for her trip to Saudi Arabia, Israel, Belgium, and Italy, she styled this orange Hervé Pierre skirt with a cream ribbed Max Mara top that featured ribbons at the sleeves.

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If Melania's in the market for a new military-inspired piece, we think she might try something in an unexpected color, and this artfully designed lavender pencil skirt fits the bill.

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Jil Sander

During Melania's visit to Poland and Germany for the G20 Summit in July 2017, she belted a Jil sander fit and flare with a neutral graphic print.

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We can imagine her choosing something neutral in color, but voluminous in shape, to really make a stunning appearance at an upcoming event.

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Gucci

Who could forget Melania's hot pink Gucci pussy-bow blouse? It was one of her most controversial looks to date — and this was back in 2016, when Melania attended the second presidential debate between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton. While media outlets suggested she chose the "pussy bow" style in connection to the derogatory comment her husband made about women, Melania likely also chose Gucci because she's not afraid to turn heads and steal the spotlight during a weighty moment.

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What could be better than a patriotic new blouse for followers to comment on? We're sure this wrap-top will come with a significant price tag, but Melania just might shop it anyway.

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Fendi

Melania wore an embellished white Fendi shift with bell sleeves at the RNC in July 2016.

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The moment Kaia Gerber debuted this satin striped set, we pictured it on Melania styled with a pair of stilettos. The color palette has a subtle patriotic touch, too.

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Dolce & Gabbana

Dolce & Gabbana has become so infamous for dressing Melania, the brand mocked haters with a viral t-shirt on social media. This $51,000 coat from the Italian label was one of Melania's most-talked-about looks to date. She wore it to visit the Chierici Palace City Hall during the G7 Summit in Italy in May 2017.

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While Dolce & Gabbana has dressed Melania in more simple, muted pieces, we have a feeling she'll be attracted to the vibrant colors in this floral dress — and Melania seems to love an exaggerated sleeve.

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Bottega Veneta

When Melania attended the G20 Summit in Germany, she slipped a cashmere Bottega Veneta coat over her Jil Sander dress. Clearly, she trusts the Italian brand for wardrobe staples.

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Since Melania tends to belt her looks, we can imagine her employing the style trick with this sophisticated trench. Would she be designer ready without a flashy material peeking out from underneath?

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Mary Katrantzou

Melania wore this rainbow grid Mary Katrantzou dress for the Congressional Picnic at the White House in June 2017. She added a thin belt onto the $1,900 piece.

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We can imagine Melania shopping the Mary Katrantzou runway for another statement-making Summer dress. A long warm-hued shift with embellishments and a fringed hem should be enough to get everyone talking.

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Roland Mouret

Melania wore this structured blush Roland Mouret dress to welcome South Korean President Moon Jae-in to the White House. Her look was feminine, but sophisticated complete with a pair of neutral Christian Louboutin pumps.

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We can see Melania going for a similarly-structured top with a more formfitting bottom. She might swap these mesh leather heels for something more polished, allowing the peplum at her waist to make most of the statement.

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Roksanda

Melania's white puff-sleeved Roksanda dress made a memorable statement at the RNC in July 2016. It was here that she was accused of plagiarizing Michelle Obama's speech, and she also happened to be wearing one of the former FLOTUS's go-to designers. Nevertheless, this white design sold out very soon after she wore it.

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We can only imagine that Melania thinks of Roksanda as a brand that offers interesting looks for special moments. Should she need a new speech-giving top, we already set our sights on this bishop-sleeved shirt for her. Melania, call us.

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Calvin Klein

Melania styled her Calvin Klein pocket-front top with skinny jeans from J. Brand, neutral flats, and a Birkin bag upon arrival at the White House in September 2017.

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Won't Melania want to invest in the latest iteration of her top? The supersilky version just made its debut on the Spring 2018 runway, and the colorway that's most appropriate and patriotic is red and blue.

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Delpozo

Melania's worn the artsy, graphic-printed dresses on two occasions now, both on her European trip to Poland and Germany and on a Summer outing in August 2017.

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We can imagine her investing in a knee-length fit-and-flare with standout sleeve detail. The cherry red shade is just the type of bold color Melania seems to like.

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DVF

Melania touched down in Poland during the 2017 tour in this emerald suede trench from the fashion house.

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Melania loves a belted dress with a modest neckline, though we can imagine her cinching her waist with a thick leather design instead. She'd wear her dark visor top sunglasses and a pair of sky-high pumps with this number.

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Michael Kors

Melania wore this black beaded suit to a session of Congress in February 2017, cinching the set with a square belt. Nevertheless, she's also a fan of the classic Michael Kors sheath dress.

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Perhaps Melania will shop the lighter side of Michael Kors's Spring 2018 offering, making a statement in this white asymmetrical suit. It's certainly got the waist-defining element the FLOTUS favors.

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Gabriela Hearst

Melania departed the White House for Camp David in June 2017 while wearing this floaty shirtdress from the label. She polished it off with a brown belt and neutral flats.

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This oxblood and pastel blue striped dress would fit smartly into Melania's Spring and Summer wardrobe, finished with flats for a more casual day trip on Air Force One.

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Ralph Lauren

Who could forget the Jackie Kennedy-inspired Ralph Lauren coat Melania Trump wore on Inauguration Day in January 2017? The FLOTUS did not let us forget she's a fan of the American designer when she selected his button-front trousers for a military appreciation event in May 2017.

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There's no end to the edge of this plaid Ralph Lauren look. We can see Melania dressed from head to toe in the print, perhaps even accenting her visor top sunglasses with a pair of leather gloves.

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Carolina Herrera

While Melania's Inaugural gown was not by Carolina Herrera, French designer Hervé Pierre (who has also styled Melania on numerous occasions) created the look — and he spent 14 years as creative director at Carolina Herrera. Ms. Herrera has also confirmed she'd be interested in dressing the first lady.

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We can see Melania choosing a standout pencil skirt with shimmer and a next-level blouse from Carolina Herrera's Spring 2018 offering.

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