She wears a simple black blazer and matching neck scarf with a few subtle gleams of ornament. Her arms are crossed, her gaze steady.

The White House released the first official portrait of first lady Melania Trump on Monday — and it is a doozy.

Mrs. Trump, who spent years as a high-fashion model, looks both dignified and beautiful.

“I am honored to serve in the role of First Lady, and look forward to working on behalf of the American people over the coming years,” Mrs. Trump said in a statement issued by the White House.

Media coverage was instant and, for the most part, neutral.

The image appears to speak for itself — though more than one press account offered preliminary guides on how to achieve the first lady’s signature look and hairstyle.

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