Best Ugly Christmas Sweaters

Updated November 2020
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Best of the Best
Ugly Christmas Sweater Company Light-Up LED Sweater
Ugly Christmas Sweater Company
Light-Up LED Sweater
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Let it Glow
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Best option if you need a statement-making sweater that is family-friendly.

Pros

Real LED lights that are motion-activated. Cotton and acrylic blend holds up well to frequent wash and wear during the season. Runs true to size and fits most wearers better than expected.

Cons

Some issues with malfunctioning lights. Shoulders are cut narrowly.

Best Bang for the Buck
Blizzard Bay Llama Sweater
Blizzard Bay
Llama Sweater
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Fa-la-llama
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An affordable option for a fun sweater that features animals bringing holiday cheer.

Pros

Has a 3D scarf and features a festive red-and-white Nordic print. Ribbed crew neck and wrist cuffs are a nice detail that gives the sweater a polished appearance. A steal for the price.

Cons

It's an all-cotton blend, so it's prone to shrinking and fading. Not the softest option.

Disney Mickey Sweater
Disney
Mickey Sweater
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Family Friendly
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A popular option for parents and teachers in search of an appropriate sweater to wear around kids.

Pros

Made from 100% acrylic, so it feels soft and cozy against skin. Ribbed cuffs and a fitted cut that wearers love. Vibrant, high-quality Mickey image. Lightweight and conducive to layering.

Cons

Sweater isn't tightly knit, so you can somewhat see through it.

Blizzard Bay Light-Up Shark Sweater
Blizzard Bay
Light-Up Shark Sweater
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Astro Shark
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A big hit featuring a light-up space cadet shark delivering Christmas gifts with a rocket strapped to its back.

Pros

Popular among "Sharknado" fans. Bold and quirky enough to spark conversations. Bright colors photograph well for holiday pics. Top choice and frequent winner of ugly sweater contests.

Cons

Requires special care for washing, so it's a bit of a high-maintenance option.

Tipsy Elves Gaudy Garland Sweater
Tipsy Elves
Gaudy Garland Sweater
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Tacky Tinsel
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While loud, the sweater is fairly neutral with a green/white design and can be paired well with any bottoms.

Pros

Earns high marks and lots of laughs for its gaudy 3D tinsel and ornament details. Has a charming handmade appearance. It's much softer and more comfortable than it looks.

Cons

Because of the 3D details, the sweater has to be hand washed or dry cleaned.

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Going to a holiday party but not sure of what to wear? Why not try out something festive and fun and pop on an ugly Christmas sweater? These seasonal delights are both fun and easy to wear, and they also come in a wide range of designs to suit any style. Whether you want to look like an exorbitantly-wrapped gift or are looking to sport a sweater adorned with somewhat obnoxious pom-poms, there are many designs to choose from across men’s and women’s styles. Picking the perfect ugly Christmas sweater is only half the fun – wearing it makes up the rest of the enjoyment.

Other Products We Considered
The BestReviews editorial team researches hundreds of products based on consumer reviews, brand quality, and value. We then choose a shorter list for in-depth research and testing before finalizing our top picks. These are the products we considered that ultimately didn't make our top 5.
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Men's Ugly Christmas Sweatshirt
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Women's Winter Whale Tail Sweater
Star Wars
Men's Ugly Christmas Sweater
GBD
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Women's Sequin Snowman Christmas Sweater
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Men's Santa Pooping Ugly Christmas Sweater
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Men's Ugly Christmas Sweater Llama
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Our Top Picks
Ugly Christmas Sweater Company
Best of the Best
Ugly Christmas Sweater Company
Light-Up LED Sweater
Bottom Line
Best option if you need a statement-making sweater that is family-friendly.
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Blizzard Bay
Best Bang for the Buck
Blizzard Bay
Llama Sweater
Bottom Line
An affordable option for a fun sweater that features animals bringing holiday cheer.
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Disney
Top Pick
Disney
Mickey Sweater
Bottom Line
A popular option for parents and teachers in search of an appropriate sweater to wear around kids.
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Blizzard Bay
Top Pick
Blizzard Bay
Light-Up Shark Sweater
Bottom Line
A big hit featuring a light-up space cadet shark delivering Christmas gifts with a rocket strapped to its back.
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Tipsy Elves
Top Pick
Tipsy Elves
Gaudy Garland Sweater
Bottom Line
While loud, the sweater is fairly neutral with a green/white design and can be paired well with any bottoms.
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Blizzard Bay
Top Pick
Blizzard Bay
Trex Hates Sweater Ugly Christmas Sweater
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A classic ugly Christmas sweater with a nice Trex-sized twist.
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Tipsy Elves
Top Pick
Tipsy Elves
Men's Funny Christmas Present Sweater
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Personify that present no one wants with this festively ugly sweater.
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Ugly Christmas Sweater Co.
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Ugly Christmas Sweater Co.
Women's Button-Front Christmas Cardigan
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Sexy with a low-cut layer underneath, or extra tacky paired with a turtleneck.
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Faux Real
Top Pick
Faux Real
Men's Santa Suit with Tattoos Top
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Be a naughty Santa with this faux tattooed men's shirt.
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Tipsy Elves
Top Pick
Tipsy Elves
Women's Cat Sweater with Bells
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Perfect for a cat lover who wants to literally sparkle in this silly sweater.
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