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27 Ugly Christmas Sweaters That Will Sleigh During the Holidays

You'll win best tacky Christmas sweater at the holiday party with these gloriously gaudy styles.

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It's (almost) the most wonderful time of the year, as the Christmas song lyrics say. With the holiday season fast approaching, it's time to start compiling Christmas party ideas, brainstorming holiday party games, and curating the best DIY Christmas decorations to display around your home. With all that to plan, thinking about what to wear to all of your holiday parties may not be at the top of your list. And while you can opt for a glam Christmas party outfit, there's nothing quite as festive as the perfect ugly Christmas sweater.

If you're lucky, you'll be invited to an ugly Christmas sweater party this year — or you can plan one of your own. If wearing a tacky holiday sweater is an annual tradition you have with friends or family, you may not want to wear the same sweater that you always do. After all, once you've gotten the laughs, you may not get the same reception again. When choosing the best ugly Christmas sweater, the sillier the better. Just be careful not to opt for anything too naughty if there will be coworkers or kids in the mix.

Ahead, find our picks for the best ugly holiday sweaters to shop now. They're guaranteed to earn plenty of laughs, compliments, and future bragging rights for being the best (AKA most tackily) dressed at the party.

For more festive laughs, check out our guides to the best funny Christmas gifts, funny Christmas ornaments, and Dirty Santa gift ideas.

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Ugly Christmas Sweater Wine Holder

Tipsy Elves Stocking Stuffer Ugly Christmas Sweater

Stocking Stuffer Ugly Christmas Sweater
$65 at Tipsy Elves
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An ugly sweater complete with a stocking pocket big enough to hold a bottle of wine? What more could you want?

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Cutest Snowman Sweater

Tipsy Elves Sequined Snow Day Ugly Christmas Sweater

Sequined Snow Day Ugly Christmas Sweater
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With just a hint of Christmas glitz, this sweater will help you look festive and fun without blending in among a sea of red and green.

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Best Grinch Christmas Sweater

Dr. Seuss The Grinch Merry Grinchmas Ugly Christmas Sweater

The Grinch Merry Grinchmas Ugly Christmas Sweater

Do the holidays leave you feeling like a little bit of a Grinch? Then this soft and cozy crew neck Dr. Seuss sweater is the perfect choice for you.

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Funniest Ugly Christmas Sweater

Costume Agent 3D T-Rex Ugly Christmas Sweater

3D T-Rex Ugly Christmas Sweater
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This showstopper of a sweater serves Halloween vibes with its protruding dino, but it's in Christmas colors so it works for festive occasions. And it doesn't just look 3D from the front; a dino tail on its backside completes the look.

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Coolest Ugly Christmas Sweater

Rolling Stones Classic Tongue Ugly Christmas Sweater

Classic Tongue Ugly Christmas Sweater

If you don't snag this Rolling Stones sweater for yourself, it would make a great gift for the music lover in your life.

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Best 'The Office' Ugly Christmas Sweater

The Office Dunder Mifflin Ugly Christmas Sweater

The Office Dunder Mifflin Ugly Christmas Sweater

The Office is a show that never gets old. This recognizable themed Christmas sweater is one you could wear all season long.

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Best 'Gremlins' Ugly Christmas Sweater

Gizmo Santa Ugly Christmas Sweater

Gizmo Santa Ugly Christmas Sweater

If you firmly believes Gremlins is a Christmas movie, then you need this adorable pullover featuring Gizmo in his Santa hat.

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Stylish Ugly Christmas Sweater

Only Dinosaur Christmas Sweater

Dinosaur Christmas Sweater
Now 17% Off
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This sweatshirt roars for Christmas. A dinosaur with lights wrapped around it, nothing beats this Christmas Tree Rex. (Get it?) While it may not light up in the literal sense, its bright hue atop the black background makes it pop!

Its product name doesn't do it justice. This hoodie comes with a cross-eyed cat whose hair is adorned like a Christmas tree, complete with dangling ornaments and a garland. Nothing else can compete at your next ugly Christmas sweater party.

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Ugly Christmas Sweater Dress

Brave Soul Christmas Elf Sweater Dress with Hood

Christmas Elf Sweater Dress with Hood
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Want a complete look for your next ugly Christmas sweater party? This one will make you look like a fabulous elf! You'll also love the hood and side pockets.

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Best Merry Christmas Ya Filthy Animal Sweater

Merry Christmas Ya Filthy Animal Ugly Christmas Sweater

Merry Christmas Ya Filthy Animal Ugly Christmas Sweater
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If you don't know which Christmas movie this quote comes from, should you even be celebrating Christmas? This "Merry Christmas, Ya Filthy Animal" sweater is inspired by the fictitious gangster movie within one of our favorite Christmas movies of all time, Home Alone.

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Best Ugly Sweater That Lights Up

JOYIN LED Light Up String Light Ugly Christmas Sweater

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LED Light Up String Light Ugly Christmas Sweater
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Any tacky sweater that lights up is a win, but this string light option (which has six different light modes) will make you the life of the party.

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Cutest Ugly Christmas Sweater

Pink Queen Christmas Turtleneck Dress With Pockets

Christmas Turtleneck Dress With Pockets
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Wear this Christmas sweater dress with a pair of leggings or tights and instantly become the chicest person at your holiday party.

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Best Christmas Movie Sweater

National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Griswold Family Christmas Light-Up Ugly Sweater

Griswold Family Christmas Light-Up Ugly Sweater
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Looking to celebrate the holidays Griswold-style? Then get yourself this colorful crewneck sweater (and have the perfect excuse to quote National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation all night long).

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Best 'Elf' Ugly Christmas Sweater

Santa! I Know Him! Ugly Christmas Sweater

Santa! I Know Him! Ugly Christmas Sweater
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Lovers of Elf (aka the most quotable Christmas movie of all time) will get such a kick out of this funny sweater.

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Pickle Christmas Sweater

Threadbare Christmas Gherkin Sweater

Christmas Gherkin Sweater
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Perfect for the Christmas pun (or pickle) lover, this hilarious sweater is a play on the famous "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" lyric: "Good tidings we bring to you and your kin." It's as bizarre as it gets, and it will make for some laughs at your festive get-together.

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Cutest Elf Christmas Sweater

For G and PL Striped Elf Ugly Christmas Sweater

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Striped Elf Ugly Christmas Sweater
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You'll look just like one of Santa's merry elves when you wear this cheery jumper — and as a bonus, it's got a cute little hood complete with a pom-pom on top.

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Best Sequin Christmas Sweater

Shining Reindeer Ugly Christmas Sweater

Shining Reindeer Ugly Christmas Sweater
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If you're looking for a sweater that's more adorable than ugly, then go with this sparkly sequined number, which comes in a ton of different color options.

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Best Christmas Sweater for Millennials

Tipsy Elves Sleighin' It Ugly Christmas Sweater

Sleighin' It Ugly Christmas Sweater

You'll be ready to sleigh your holiday if you show up in this punny reindeer sweater.

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Best Snowman Ugly Christmas Sweater

Pink Queen Snowman Pullover Sweater

Snowman Pullover Sweater
Credit: Pink Queen

Soft to the touch and perfectly oversized, this snowman sweater has adorable 3D details and a ribbed hem and sleeves for extra coziness.

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Corinne Sullivan is an Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers a variety of beats, including lifestyle, entertainment, relationships, shopping, and more. She can tell you everything you need to know about the love lives of A-listers, the coziest bedsheets, and the sex toys actually worth your $$$. She is also the author of the 2018 novel Indecent. Follow her on Instagram for cute pics of her pup and bébé. 

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