Republican nominee Donald Trump's wife Melania Trump walks away after the second presidential debate at Washington University. Picture: AFP

Sporting Gucci’s “pussy-bow” blouse, the former model caused a stir Sunday night as people wondered if the wardrobe choice was intended to be a statement related to her husband’s latest campaign scandal.

Just two days before, a 2005 video surfaced that appeared to show Donald Trump making lewd remarks, including, most notably, that he goes up to women and “grab[s] them by the p***y”. The footage published on Friday records him telling then Access Hollywood host Billy Bush that “when you’re a star, they let you do it”.

Donald was married to Melania at the time the comments were made, according to the Washington Post, which obtained the tape.

Donald Trump with daughter Ivanka, wife Melania and daughter-in-law Lara Yunaska at the second presidential debate at Washington University. Picture: AFPSource:AFP

Melania released a statement on Saturday to say that while his words were “unacceptable and offensive” to her, they are not reflective of him.

“I hope people will accept his apology, as I have, and focus on the important issues facing our nation and the world,” she said.

Melania Trump shakes hands with former US President Bill Clinton before the town hall debate. Picture: Getty ImagesSource:Getty Images

Still, some doubted Melania’s wardrobe choice was simply a coincidence at the most recent debate. The top, which retails for $1000 on Net-a-porter, quickly garnered attention on social media.

The shirt is available on Net-A-Porter.Source:Supplied

“Interesting move Melania,” tweeted one user.

Another suggested that the 46-year-old was in on the joke.

“Melania’s definitely trolling us with that P–SSY bow,” the user tweeted.

Her husband’s campaign told CBS News reporter Sopan Deb that was not the case.

“Campaign spokeswoman says this was not intentional,” he tweeted.

This article originally appeared on the New York Post.