A plus-size model from Boohoo wearing an ugly Christmas sweater.

Ugly Christmas Sweater Season Is Finally Here

There’s no question that “ugly” trends are in right now. (Just take chunky dad sneakers and early aughts-inspired baguette bags, for example.) If you wouldn’t have been caught dead wearing an item in 2010, it’s probably on-trend these days—and that goes for ugly plus-size Christmas sweaters, too. Street style mavens and influencers alike are already taking to social media with over-the-top knits that would leave even the boldest maximalist cringing.

Of course, no one is claiming that these ugly sweaters are actually fashionable or runway-ready—but when when worn with confidence and an IDGAF attitude, plus-size Christmas sweaters can become an Instagram moment. (Yes, really.) It’s all about how you wear these pieces. Whether or not you’re actually headed to a party with an ugly holiday sweater theme doesn’t matter. Over-the-top pullovers, cardigans, and sweater vests are the most eye-catching way to make a style statement this season.

Adorned with quotes from holiday classics like Home Alone 2 and The Grinch or embroidered with garish patterns and holiday emblems (like Santa, Christmas trees, and reindeer), plus-size Christmas sweaters of the ugly variety are bound to show up on your feeds sooner or later. And honestly, it’s way more fun to just get on board and wear a few yourself—rather than rolling your eyes and acting like an IRL Grinch. Even minimalists and those who swear by their capsule wardrobe could stand to join in the fun this holiday season and try an ugly sweater or two.

The holidays are truly a time to throw all caution to the wind and live out your boldest and most over-the-top dreams. So go ahead and act like a kid without a care in the world—all while decking yourself out in the ugliest of plus-size Christmas sweaters.

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1. Rawr Ambition Fair Isle Sweater

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $69 from ModCloth


2. Holiday Time ‘Catitude’ Christmas Sweater

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $48.99 from Walmart


3. Reindeer Fair Isle Christmas Jumper

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $38 from Boohoo


4. Baby Slogan Christmas Jumper

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $38 from Boohoo


5. Fair Isle Poncho Sweater

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $89.50 from Loft


6. Charm School 3/4 Sleeve Cardigan

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $27.97 from ModCloth


7. Reindeer Snowflake Jumper

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $38 from Boohoo


8. Holiday Time Ugly Christmas Open-Front Sweater Vest

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas vest.

shop the look — $24.98 from Walmart


9. Mistle-Ho Slogan Christmas Sweater

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $20 from PrettyLittleThing


10. ASOS DESIGN Christmas Oversized Sweater

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $43.20 from ASOS


11. Fair Isle Print Turtleneck Jumper

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $38 from Boohoo


12. Old Glory Big Menorah Hanukkah Sweater

A blue Hanukkah sweater.

shop the look — $24.95 from Walmart


13. No Boundaries Rudy Christmas Sweater

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $9.99 from Walmart


14. Fair Isle Print Cardigan

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $35 from Boohoo


15. Mighty Fine Christmas Tree Pom Pom Long Sleeve Dress

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas dress.

shop the look — $29.99 from Target


16. Merry Christmas Ya Filthy Animal Jumper

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $38 from Boohoo


17. Cable Fair Isle Sweater

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $69.50 from Loft


18. Naughty or Nice Christmas Sweater

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $20 from PrettyLittleThing


19. Princess Highway Not Your Grandma’s Argyle Pullover Sweater

A plus-size striped Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $65 from ModCloth


20. Holiday Time Sequin Deer Christmas Sweater

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $51.99 from Walmart


21. Reindeers Merry Christmas Jumper

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $38 from Boohoo


22. Skinnydip Relaxed Sweater With Spicy Pepper Slogan

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $50.40 from ASOS


23. Deck the Halls With Glitz Mock Neck Sweater

A black Christmas sweater from ModCloth.

shop the look — $69 from ModCloth


24. Reindeer and Snowflake Christmas Jumper

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $38 from Boohoo


25. Holiday Time Ugly Christmas Pullover Crewneck Sweater

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $24.98 from Walmart


26. Fair Isle Pullover Sweater

A model wearing a plus-size Christmas sweater.

shop the look — $59.50 from Torrid