Ugly Christmas sweaters have a long tradition in America. But ugly Christmas sweaters have now also arrived in Germany’s fashion boutiques – but where does the trend actually come from?
Who doesn’t know the film scene in which Bridget Jones meets Mark Darcy for the first time and he is wearing a reindeer sweater that was given to him by his mother. But the Ugly Christmas Sweaters also appeared again and again in many other cheesy Christmas films, so that the ugly Christmas sweaters have now achieved cult status in the USA. Although the idea for this was actually born in England when a presenter wore an Ugly Christmas sweater on a show in the 80s as a joke. Either way, it was only a matter of time before the trend spread to Germany – because the courage to be ugly is now widespread here too. And the motifs can hardly be surpassed in terms of tastelessness.
Star Wars sends greetings
In keeping with the new film adaptation “The Rise of Skywalker”, there are of course also ugly Christmas sweaters with well-known characters from the Star Wars universe such as or . 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 has to do with Christmas cannot be answered at this point. However, since many American blockbusters also revolve around prehistoric animals, the designer of this Ugly Christmas Sweater perhaps thought: Why not use a dinosaur with a Santa hat?
Rudolph the red nosed reindeer
Who does not know it: , Santa’s reindeer. In contrast to his other sleigh 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 onto the Ugly Christmas Sweater: Whether or – Anything that displeases is permitted. It must be said at this point that the animal motifs are not quite as ugly as some of the other atrocities. These sweaters are almost subtle.
Live long and in peace
No other science fiction series is as famous as “Star Trek”. The Enterprise’s most famous characters include Captain Kirk and Commander Spock 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 great with its fine ones At first glance it’s quite ordinary, but at second glance it becomes clear that not only the saying on it, but also the reindeer are pretty messed up. Ugly Christmas sweaters have no shame.
Birthday Boy
How could it be otherwise, thinks that too his way onto the Ugly Christmas Sweater. In honor of his birthday, the saying “Birthday Boy” and Jesus adorn 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 Find everything you need to transform an ordinary article of clothing into an ugly Christmas sweater.
Source: Stern
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