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
shop the look — $69 from ModCloth
2. Holiday Time ‘Catitude’ Christmas Sweater
shop the look — $48.99 from Walmart
3. Reindeer Fair Isle Christmas Jumper
shop the look — $38 from Boohoo
4. Baby Slogan Christmas Jumper
shop the look — $38 from Boohoo
5. Fair Isle Poncho Sweater
shop the look — $89.50 from Loft
6. Charm School 3/4 Sleeve Cardigan
shop the look — $27.97 from ModCloth
7. Reindeer Snowflake Jumper
shop the look — $38 from Boohoo
8. Holiday Time Ugly Christmas Open-Front Sweater Vest
shop the look — $24.98 from Walmart
9. Mistle-Ho Slogan Christmas Sweater
shop the look — $20 from PrettyLittleThing
10. ASOS DESIGN Christmas Oversized Sweater
shop the look — $43.20 from ASOS
11. Fair Isle Print Turtleneck Jumper
shop the look — $38 from Boohoo
12. Old Glory Big Menorah Hanukkah Sweater
shop the look — $24.95 from Walmart
13. No Boundaries Rudy Christmas Sweater
shop the look — $9.99 from Walmart
14. Fair Isle Print Cardigan
shop the look — $35 from Boohoo
15. Mighty Fine Christmas Tree Pom Pom Long Sleeve Dress
shop the look — $29.99 from Target
16. Merry Christmas Ya Filthy Animal Jumper
shop the look — $38 from Boohoo
17. Cable Fair Isle Sweater
shop the look — $69.50 from Loft
18. Naughty or Nice Christmas Sweater
shop the look — $20 from PrettyLittleThing
19. Princess Highway Not Your Grandma’s Argyle Pullover Sweater
shop the look — $65 from ModCloth
20. Holiday Time Sequin Deer Christmas Sweater
shop the look — $51.99 from Walmart
21. Reindeers Merry Christmas Jumper
shop the look — $38 from Boohoo
22. Skinnydip Relaxed Sweater With Spicy Pepper Slogan
shop the look — $50.40 from ASOS
23. Deck the Halls With Glitz Mock Neck Sweater
shop the look — $69 from ModCloth
24. Reindeer and Snowflake Christmas Jumper
shop the look — $38 from Boohoo
25. Holiday Time Ugly Christmas Pullover Crewneck Sweater
shop the look — $24.98 from Walmart
26. Fair Isle Pullover Sweater
