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Barack Obama, Ann Romney Wear Coordinating Outfits... And It's Awesome (PHOTOS, POLL)

We're a fan of spotting fashion twins in the wild: Queen Elizabeth and Princess Charlene, Lindsay and Ali Lohan and even Michelle Obama and ScarJo.

But today, thanks to a Twitter tip, we came upon the GREATEST TWINSIES OF ALL TIME: President Obama and Ann Romney.

Yes. Really.

Unfortunately, no, Ann Romney wasn't wearing dad jeans, nor was POTUS sporting a $990 Reed Krakoff bird shirt. It all started on June 27th at the White House Picnic, where the prez kept things casual in a white and blue-striped button down, khakis (with no pleats!) and a standard-order dad belt. (Michelle, if you remember, also looked amazing in a yellow and green dress.)

And then, on the 4th of July, style became bi-partisan. Ann Romney and her husband Mitt greeted supporters at a rally in New Hampshire, and it turns out Ann took a fashion cue from POTUS, opting for a checked blue and white shirt (a different, but similar enough pattern), khaki bermuda shorts and yep, a dark belt. While both sport watches, Ann Romney is the only party with her nails painted red.

Can fashion bravely serve as a non-partisan panacea in Congress? Uh, probably not.

But regardless, we have to ask our favorite "twinsies" question: who wore it better? Check out the pics below and cast your vote, based on either erudite sartorial scrutiny or arbitrary political whim.

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  • Kim Kardashian vs. Charlize Theron

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  • Naomi Campbell vs. Alicia Keys

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  • Hilaria Thomas vs. Chrissy Teigen

    They both have pretty great boyfriends, but who wore the teal dress better? <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/03/hilaria-thomas-chrissy-teigen-photos-pictures_n_2610143.html?utm_hp_ref=who-wore-it-better" target="_blank">Vote here!</a>

  • Myleene Klass vs. Gwyneth Paltrow

    Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/29/gwyneth-paltrow-dress-who-wore-it-better_n_3177926.html" target="_blank">here to decide who wore the Michael Kors' dress better</a>.

  • Kim Kardashian vs. Gwyneth Paltrow

    This midriff-baring Pucci dress, who wore it better? <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/23/kim-kardashian-gwyneth-paltrow_n_1540219.html " target="_hplink">Vote here!</a>

  • Anna Wintour vs. Marc Jacobs

    Well, this is different! Both Wintour and Jacobs wore the same floral jacket to the premiere of "The Great Gatsby."

  • Kim Kardashian vs. Kate Middleton

    Two ladies in a red McQueen dress, who wore it better? <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/04/kate-middleton-kim-kardashian_n_1567761.html" target="_hplink">Vote here!</a>

  • Lindsay Lohan vs. Charlize Theron

    Who looked lovelier in Dion Lee? <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/11/21/lindsay-lohan-cutout-dress-jay-leno_n_2172507.html?ncid=edlinkusaolp00000003" target="_hplink">Vote here!</a>

  • Miley Cyrus vs. Jessica Simpson vs. Alessandra Ambrosio

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  • Cindy Crawford or Lindsay Wixon

    Two covers, two gold dresses...who wore it better? <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/07/30/cindy-crawford--lindsey-wixson-cover-gold-dress_n_1720630.html?utm_hp_ref=style" target="_hplink">Vote here</a>!

  • Kim Kardashian vs. Tamara Ecclestone

    Who looked lovelier in Gucci fall 2012? <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/10/24/kim-kardashian-vs-tamara-ecclestone-who-wore-it-better_n_2008295.html?1351082661" target="_hplink">Vote here!</a>

  • Jennifer Lopez vs. Victoria Beckham

    Who rocked this sexy orange outfit better? <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/07/10/jennifer-lopez-victoria-beckham-dress_n_1661269.html" target="_hplink">Vote here!</a>

  • Kim Kardashian vs. Rachael Ray

    Who rocked this Marc Bouwer plunging neckline better? <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/26/kim-kardashian-rachael-ray-who-wore-it-better_n_1627637.html" target="_hplink">Vote here!</a>

  • Marisa Tomei vs. Princess Beatrice

    One dress, one princess and one Marisa Tomei...who wore it better? <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/30/princess-beatrice-marisa-tomei-dress_n_1640257.html" target="_hplink">Vote here!</a>

  • Kim Kardashian vs. Kate Winslet

    Who wore this risky, partly sheer but beautiful Stella McCartney dress better? <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/19/kim-kardashian-kate-winslet_n_1608383.html" target="_hplink">Vote here!</a>

  • Eva Green vs. Elle Macpherson vs. Anne Hathaway

    One vava-voom, high-necked Tom Ford gown and three fashionistas. Who wore it better? <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/09/eva-green-tom-ford-dark-shadows-premiere_n_1502434.html" target="_hplink">Vote here!</a>

  • Katy Perry vs. Jennifer Lawrence

    Which version of Viktor & Rolf's Spring 2012 collection do you prefer? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/03/04/katy-perry-viktor-rolf_n_1319539.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Pixie Geldof vs. Lily Cole

    This Giles Deacon-designed dress, who wore it better? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/09/22/pixie-geldof-lily-cole_n_976036.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Shakira vs. Pink

    Pink and Shakira showed up at the VMAs wearing the same Balmain studded leather dress. Who wore it better? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/09/14/shakira-pink-wear-same-dr_n_285640.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Lily Cole vs. Pippa Middleton vs. Cameron Diaz

    This stunning pre-fall 2009 Alexander McQueen dress has been worn by three different ladies (at least!). Who wore it better? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/15/lily-cole-mcqueen-pippa-middleton-dress_n_1517316.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Kelly Ripa vs. Ginnifer Goodwin

    Who wore this Roksanda Ilincic dress better? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/16/kelly-ripa-ginnifer-goodwin-roksanda-ilincic_n_1520683.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Kylie Jenner vs. Khloe Kardashian vs. Kim Kardashian

    Three sisters, one jumpsuit. Who wore it better? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/09/12/kardashian-leopard-jumpsuit-photos_n_959175.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Jennifer Lopez vs. Drew Barrymore

    Who wore this Pucci dress better? Vote <a href="http://main.stylelist.com/2011/08/08/who-wore-it-best-jennifer-lopez-and-drew-barrymore-in-pucci-ph/" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Jennifer Lopez vs. Drew Barrymore

    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/09/06/drew-barrymore-jennifer-lopez_n_950033.html" target="_hplink">Jen or Drew: </a>Who wore this elegant Gucci dress better?

  • Gwyneth Paltrow vs. Karlie Kloss

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  • Beyonce vs. Princess Letizia

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  • Beyonce vs. Leighton Meester

    A sleek Michael Kors dress. Who wore it better? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/09/14/beyonce-leighton-meester-michael-kors_n_962537.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Anne Hathaway vs. Carmen Kass

    Two covers, one dress. Who wore this Miu Miu dress better? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/08/14/anne-hathaway-carmen-kass_n_926778.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Emma Stone vs. Angelina Jolie

    Who wore this Gucci jacket better? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/03/09/angelina-jolie-vs-emma-stone_n_1335312.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Michelle Williams vs. Kim Catrall

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  • Eva Green vs. Elle Macpherson vs. Anne Hathaway

    Which of these lovely ladies wore the Tom Ford dress best? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/09/eva-green-tom-ford-dark-shadows-premiere_n_1502434.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Yasmin Le Bon vs. Kate Moss

    This Stella McCartney dress was worn by both on the same night! Who wore it better? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/20/kate-moss-yasmin-le-bon_n_1289001.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Jennifer Hudson vs. Blake Lively

    Both wore this curve hugging Victoria Beckham dress, but who wore it better? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/02/05/blake-lively-jennifer-hud_n_451726.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Uma Thurman vs. Alina Baikova

    This pretty Louis Vuitton frock, who wore it better? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/05/uma-thurman-chanel_n_996072.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Karlie Kloss vs. Constance Jablonski

    We love this floral D&G two-piece. Who wore it better? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/21/karlie-kloss-vogue-korea_n_1290903.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Naomi Campbell vs. Beyonce

    Who wore this golden Gucci frock better? Vote<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/04/26/beyonce-naomi-campbell_n_853703.html" target="_hplink"> here!</a>

  • Iman vs. Gwen Stefani

    It may be in two different colors but it's definitely the same Stella McCartney jumpsuit. Who wore it better? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/05/17/gwen-stefani-iman-jumpsuits_n_862915.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Masha Tyelna vs. Nikki Reed

    Both caught our attention in this bold, scuba-inspired Michael Kors Resort 2012 gown, but who wore it better? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/11/27/harpers-bazaar-singapore-december_n_1115301.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Bianca Balti vs. Eva Mendes

    This sexy Dolce & Gabbana bodysuit, who wore it best? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/07/eva-mendes-marie-claire-march-2012_n_1259895.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Naomi Watts vs. Rosario Dawson

    One wore it in fuchsia, the other wore it in blue, but who wore it better? Vote <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/10/28/naomi-watts-rosario-dawson_n_775635.html" target="_hplink">here!</a>

  • Kim Kardashian vs. Rachael Ray

    Who styled the Marc Bouwer dress better? <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/26/kim-kardashian-rachael-ray-who-wore-it-better_n_1627637.html" target="_hplink">Vote here</a>!

  • Rihanna vs. Blake Lively

    Such different styles, but one red suit. Who did it better? <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/28/blake-lively-rihanna_n_1633401.html?1340882959" target="_hplink">Vote here!</a>

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DWATKIS
The truth teller
10:37 AM on 08/01/2012
Such attire is more appropriate for men and the President looks good in that....however, the Lady should wear something more flattering, like Michelle's, not necessarily a dress! Perhaps, she's trying to appease you lesbian loving peasant!
02:38 PM on 07/29/2012
Stiff Ann’s outfit looked like it came straight out of stiff Mitt’s closet. You can dress casual and still look like a woman. That outfit is ugly as heck.
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Nell608
03:32 PM on 07/16/2012
Ann Romney's outfit was appropriate for kicking back at home, but it doesn't come across as casually smart for a wife on the campaign trail. She should opt for a cut above everyone's everyday attire. Usually her choices reflect either her age (63) or the particular taste of the boutiques she favors - but not a trend setter.
10:59 PM on 07/15/2012
I have a better comparison......Who looks better without makeup......Michele O or Anne?
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VOTER
Freedom from fear - the philosophy of human rights
01:27 AM on 07/16/2012
First Lady Michelle Obama
10:51 PM on 07/15/2012
Gotta love a unisex outfit. Who do I like most in it? Probably her....I like her nail color. Odd story though. :-D
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as-i-see-it
Common sense is not so common.
03:56 PM on 07/15/2012
Ann Romney doesn't look as good in the outfit. Just sayin'.
I love Michelle Obama's sundress though. Not fussy, but feminine.
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lj anderson
10:40 AM on 07/15/2012
Say what you will, they could buy all of you!! Spending taxpayer money on a hopeless cause like the one we got now is ludicrous!! That dress is a mccalls pattern knockoff!! lmao
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Freedom from fear - the philosophy of human rights
01:29 AM on 07/16/2012
Clueless - 
First Families pay for their own clothing.


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askandtell
Proud Minnesotan; Inspired by Paul Wellstone
09:12 PM on 07/14/2012
Love Ann's nails; wish we knew the shade. It's more of an orange shade than red.
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RonNYC
Ecommerce Professional
02:07 PM on 07/16/2012
It's called Dressage Orange.
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Princess Rita
Everyone is entitled to my opinions..!!
07:14 PM on 07/14/2012
Mrs. Mitty has a bad hair style and it's so brassy...... Gingham....... L O L......
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Princess Rita
Everyone is entitled to my opinions..!!
07:12 PM on 07/14/2012
Ann Romney looks like a man...... LOL....... Gingham lover
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BowlingForRevenge
~ rabid yellow dog dem tiger mom & proud of it ~
06:31 PM on 07/14/2012
Ann Romney thinks it's 1980 and L.L Bean and Brooks Bros. are where one shop and The Official Preppy Handbook is the fashion bible. She looks dumpy in that garb.

If she wants to continue in this vein she needs to buy Birnbach's "True Prep" and move forward 30 years.
Ironically that would have her wearing J.Crew. Ralph Lauren and Tory Burch ... a few of Michele Obama's closet staples!
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LaurieAnn
Charity is NOT a substitute for justice.
07:02 PM on 07/14/2012
Love the irony of your last paragraph.  So correct.
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PetuniaPie
The truth MATTERS.
01:56 PM on 07/15/2012
Better to dress like Michele than Barack!
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Kalikat
79 year old breast cancer survivor
10:13 AM on 07/14/2012
For someone who has money this woman wears the worst clothes. Nothing she wears flatters her. She looks like she shops at a second hand second hand store. If she is trying to play herself down she is sure making more of a characture of her self.
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trumbull desi
If I have something pithy to say, see below
06:20 PM on 07/14/2012
That sure doesn't look like a $900 shirt.
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Jessyelena Williams
LIVE,LOVE, LAUGH
09:45 PM on 07/14/2012
They was looking out the Window & saw her coming & put that $900 Price Tag on it.
12:21 AM on 07/14/2012
Michelle is simply a knockout. She is just one super classy woman. So proud to have her as our first lady! Her husband also looks great in this photo.

Unfortunately, I can't say the same about the Romneys; neither one of them seem to possess any sense of style. That belt on Ann is a disaster and that polyester shirt on Mitt looks awful.
11:28 PM on 07/13/2012
Michelle looks the best
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cre8ive
Leave the herd. Be heard.
09:39 PM on 07/13/2012
If you put a curly brown wig on her, she'd look like Pat from SNL.