Ugly Christmas sweaters
Fashion trend from the USA: That’s why Ugly Christmas sweaters have cult status
This year, too, ugly Christmas sweaters are trendy again
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Ugly Christmas sweaters have a long tradition in America. But the ugly Christmas sweaters have also arrived in Germany’s fashion boutiques – but where does the trend come from?
Who does not know the movie scene in which Bridget Jones meets Mark Darcy for the first time and he is wearing a reindeer sweater that his mother gave him as a present. But the Ugly Christmas Sweater also appeared again and again in many other kitschy Christmas films, so that the ugly Christmas sweaters have now achieved cult status in the USA. Although the idea for it was actually born in England, when a presenter wore an Ugly Christmas Sweater for a joke in a show in the 80s. Either way, it was only a matter of time before the trend spilled over to Germany – because the courage to be ugly is now widespread in this country too. And the motifs can hardly be surpassed in terms of tastelessness.
Star Wars sends its regards
To match the new movie adaptation of “The Rise of Skywalker”, there are of course ugly Christmas sweaters with well-known characters from the Star Wars universe such as Chewbacca or Yoda. The Ugly Christmas Sweater is a nice Christmas present for fans of the legendary film series.
In the age of the dinosaurs
The question of what a dinosaur has to do with Christmas cannot be answered at this point. However, since many American blockbusters also revolve around the prehistoric animals, the designer of this Ugly Christmas Sweater might have thought: Why not take a dinosaur with a Santa hat?
Rudolph the red nosed reindeer
Who does not know it: Rudolph, Santa’s reindeer. In contrast to his other sled mates, he stands out with his red nose. Known from film and television, Rudolph is one of the most famous Christmas motifs – even on ugly Christmas sweaters.
Extremely good
Of course, pets also find their way on the Ugly Christmas Sweater: Ob dogs or Cats – Anything that is displeasing is allowed. At this point it must be said that the animal motifs are not quite as ugly as some other atrocities. These sweaters are almost subtle.
Live long and in peace
No other science fiction series is as well known as “Star Trek”. The Enterprise’s most famous characters include Captain Kirk and Commander Spock, whose Vulcan salute is now world-famous – and also adorns an ugly Christmas sweater.
Merry christmas, bitches
It can also be more provocative: This ugly Christmas sweater looks fine with its fine Embroidery Quite ordinary at first glance, but at second glance it becomes clear that not only the saying on it, but also the reindeer are pretty dirty. Ugly Christmas sweaters don’t know any shame.
Birthday boy
How could it be otherwise, thinks that too Christ child its way to the Ugly Christmas Sweater. Based on his birthday, the saying “Birthday Boy” and Jesus adorns this hideous Christmas sweater. Taste can be argued over.
Do it yourself
If you don’t want to be satisfied with the existing motifs, you can create your very own Ugly Christmas Sweater. In this set you will find everything you need to transform an ordinary piece of clothing into an ugly Christmas jumper.
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