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35 Christmas Sweaters That Are So Bad, They're Actually Good

35 Christmas Sweaters That Are So Bad, They're Actually Good

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Ho ho ho! It's that time of year again: the time for ugly Christmas sweaters. If you're a regular on Bored Panda, you probably know the ones I'm talking about. Here's a piece we did on them in 2021 and here's an older one where some of you submitted your own designs, too.
But if you need an introduction, just think of the one your grandma gave you that's covered in reindeer and snowflakes and has little bells that jingle when you move. The one you swore you would never, ever wear, but somehow end up sporting at your office holiday party because "it's tradition".
I don't blame you. Those things can be pretty darn cute. Sure, they may be tacky and over-the-top, but that's kind of the point. They're a way to embrace the holiday cheer and let your hair down. Relax. Have some fun. Because ultimately, that's what this season is all about, right?

#1 Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest You Say? I Crocheted The Entire Thing With No Idea How You're Actually Supposed To Make A Sweater. I Won

Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest You Say? I Crocheted The Entire Thing With No Idea How You're Actually Supposed To Make A Sweater. I Won
The longer you look at it, the more you see and the better/worse it gets!
222points

#2 Friend's Christmas Sweater

Friend's Christmas Sweater
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188points

#3 Christmas Sweater Time. This One Isn't Ugly

Christmas Sweater Time. This One Isn't Ugly
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179points

#4 My Sister Made A Sweater Of A Reindeer Puking Christmas

My Sister Made A Sweater Of A Reindeer Puking Christmas
178points

#5 I Made My Pregnant Wife A Snow Globe Sweater For Her Company Christmas Party

I Made My Pregnant Wife A Snow Globe Sweater For Her Company Christmas Party
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#6 Amazing Novelty Christmas Sweater

Amazing Novelty Christmas Sweater
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#7 When There's "An Ugly Christmas Sweater -Day" At The Office... Go Big Or Go Home

When There's "An Ugly Christmas Sweater -Day" At The Office... Go Big Or Go Home
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#8 Christmas Sweater For The Win

Christmas Sweater For The Win
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#9 Perfect For Those Office Sweater Parties

Perfect For Those Office Sweater Parties
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#10 Just Two Crazy Cat Ladies Getting Festive

Just Two Crazy Cat Ladies Getting Festive
153points

#11 Made My Own Holiday Sweater For My Company Party

Made My Own Holiday Sweater For My Company Party
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151points

#12 My Girlfriend And I Got Matching Christmas Sweaters, I Don’t Normally Do Matching Outfits But Made An Exception This Year

My Girlfriend And I Got Matching Christmas Sweaters, I Don’t Normally Do Matching Outfits But Made An Exception This Year
150points

#13 I Ordered A Custom Ugly Christmas Sweater

I Ordered A Custom Ugly Christmas Sweater
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148points

#14 I Don't Think My Mum Paid Attention To The Jumper She Got Me For Christmas

I Don't Think My Mum Paid Attention To The Jumper She Got Me For Christmas
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#15 It's The Season For Ugly Christmas Sweaters And I Found This One-Of-A-Kind Jingle Balls Sweater At My Favorite Store Goodwill. Handmade And Hilarious

It's The Season For Ugly Christmas Sweaters And I Found This One-Of-A-Kind Jingle Balls Sweater At My Favorite Store Goodwill. Handmade And Hilarious
146points

#16 Y’all Liked My Chest Nuts Sweater Last Year. So Here’s This Year’s Mistle Toe

Y’all Liked My Chest Nuts Sweater Last Year. So Here’s This Year’s Mistle Toe
I made this for a friend’s ugly Christmas sweater party last night. Literally glued nuts to my chest… It was worth the first-place prize of a Taco Bell gift card.
135points

#17 My Friend Wore This To An Ugly Sweater Party

My Friend Wore This To An Ugly Sweater Party
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#18 Carrie Won Our Staff's "Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest". Congratulations! We Applaud Your Creativity. Fireplace And Mantel On The Front And Christmas Tree On The Back

Carrie Won Our Staff's "Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest". Congratulations! We Applaud Your Creativity. Fireplace And Mantel On The Front And Christmas Tree On The Back
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#19 What Happens When You Have A Town Hall Meeting At Work? Well, I Don't Know About You But I Have Fun And Yes, I Made My Own Hat

What Happens When You Have A Town Hall Meeting At Work? Well, I Don't Know About You But I Have Fun  And Yes, I Made My Own Hat
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#20 Won 1st Prize Today At The Office, "Ugly Sweater" Contest, Very Proud To Take This Award. Gracias

Won 1st  Prize Today At The Office, "Ugly Sweater" Contest, Very Proud To Take This Award. Gracias
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