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30 Best Ugly Christmas Sweaters You Need to Buy ASAP

Shine at the holiday party with these tastefully tacky and gloriously gaudy styles.

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Anyone who celebrates Christmas knows that the holiday involves a whole lot of preparation. In addition to loading up on holiday decorations for your home, ingredients for your Christmas cookies, and affordable gifts for everyone on your list, you'll want to make sure your wardrobe is stocked with festive Christmas party outfits — and that means making sure you have some ugly Christmas sweaters on hand. Just like eggnog and Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You," ugly Christmas sweater parties are a staple of the holiday season, and if you don't already own a tacky women's Christmas sweater, then it's time to make the investment.

Maybe you want something subtle and cute that you can wear throughout December without feeling like a walking Christmas tree. Or maybe you want to go full Buddy the Elf with a sweater that sparkles with sequins and LED lights. No matter how festive you're looking to dress, this list of the best tacky Christmas sweaters can help get you started. And if you're in search of a cheap ugly Christmas sweater, then you're in luck, because none of these funny Christmas sweaters will cost you more than $100. Get ready to be the best dressed person at your holiday party with these fun, festive, and perfectly tacky ugly Christmas sweaters!

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JOYIN LED Light Up String Light Sweater

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JOYIN LED Light Up String Light 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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Pink Queen Christmas Sweater Dress With Pockets

Christmas Sweater Dress With Pockets
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Pink Queen Christmas Sweater Dress With Pockets

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

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

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

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Ripple Junction "Santa! I Know Him!" Ugly Christmas Sweater

"Santa! I Know Him!" Ugly Christmas Sweater
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Ripple Junction "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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ATX Craft "Ho Ho Ho Whole Bottle" Ugly Christmas Sweater

"Ho Ho Ho Whole Bottle" Ugly Christmas Sweater
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ATX Craft "Ho Ho Ho Whole Bottle" Ugly Christmas Sweater

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Anyone whose drink of choice during the holidays is vino needs this wine-centric Christmas sweater.

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For G and PL Striped Elf Ugly Christmas Sweater

Striped Elf Ugly Christmas Sweater
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For G and PL 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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v28 Shining Reindeer Ugly Christmas Sweater

Shining Reindeer Ugly Christmas Sweater
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v28 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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Tipsy Elves "Sleighin' It" Ugly Christmas Sweater

"Sleighin' It" Ugly Christmas Sweater
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Tipsy Elves "Sleighin' It" Ugly Christmas Sweater

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

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Tipsy Elves Stocking Stuffer Ugly Christmas Sweater

Stocking Stuffer Ugly Christmas Sweater
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Tipsy Elves Stocking Stuffer Ugly Christmas Sweater

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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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Pink Queen Snowman Pullover Sweater

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Pink Queen Snowman Pullover Sweater

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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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Get Ugly Sweaters "That's What She Said" Ugly Christmas Sweater

"That's What She Said" Ugly Christmas Sweater
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Get Ugly Sweaters "That's What She Said" Ugly Christmas Sweater

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Attention, all fans of The Office: This Michael Scott-themed argyle sweater is calling your name.

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U LOOK UGLY TODAY A Season's Star Is Born Sweater

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U LOOK UGLY TODAY A Season's Star Is Born Sweater

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Embellished with tinsel and pom poms and complete with a pointy Christmas tree-shaped hood, this clever sweater is sure to be the envy of your party.

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Tipsy Elves "Get Lit" Light-Up Ugly Christmas Sweater

"Get Lit" Light-Up Ugly Christmas Sweater
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Tipsy Elves "Get Lit" Light-Up Ugly Christmas Sweater

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This punny Christmas tree sweater doesn't just look cool — it also lights up with the help of a hidden battery pack, and it's available in a men's version as well.

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ZAFUL Snowflake Patterned Knit Sweater

Snowflake Patterned Knit Sweater
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ZAFUL Snowflake Patterned Knit Sweater

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Printed with snowflakes, hearts, and reindeers, this red-and-white sweater has such a timeless Norwegian aesthetic, and it pairs so well with a pair of white jeans.

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Tipsy Elves Santa Break the Internet Sweater

Santa Break the Internet Sweater
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Tipsy Elves Santa Break the Internet Sweater

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Everyone remembers Kim Kardashian's iconic 2014 Paper Magazine cover, but this Christmas sweater might just be even more iconic.

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Just Geek Official Star Wars Master Yoda Christmas Jumper

Official Star Wars Master Yoda Christmas Jumper
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Just Geek Official Star Wars Master Yoda Christmas Jumper

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Have a passion for Star Wars? This fun Yoda sweater will let you show off your enthusiasm with a side of festive flair.

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Fashionme Naughty Reindeer Ugly Christmas Sweater

Naughty Reindeer Ugly Christmas Sweater
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Fashionme Naughty Reindeer Ugly Christmas Sweater

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Hate itchy Christmas sweaters? Made with a blend of acrylic, spandex, and polyester, this crewneck jumper is lightweight and nonirritating, and you can get a matching one for men, too.

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VENTELAN Funny Christmas Tree Pullover Sweater

Funny Christmas Tree Pullover Sweater
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VENTELAN Funny Christmas Tree Pullover Sweater

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Snowman, reindeers, Christmas trees, and red-and-green stripes — this ugly Christmas sweater really has it all (and as a bonus, it's super comfortable, too!).

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Tipsy Elves Drinking Game Ugly Christmas Sweater

Drinking Game Ugly Christmas Sweater
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Tipsy Elves Drinking Game Ugly Christmas Sweater

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You may not be thrilled at the idea of people throwing balls at your chest all night, but you've got to admit a sweater that doubles as a party game is pretty fun.

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Tipsy Elves Sequined Snow Day Ugly Christmas Sweater

Sequined Snow Day Ugly Christmas Sweater
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Tipsy Elves 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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Corinne Sullivan
Editor

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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