12/20/2025
Yesterday was National Ugly Sweater Day!
🎄✨ The "Ugly Sweater" tradition actually has a pretty fun history! Here’s the breakdown:
• The 1950s (The "Jingle Bell Sweater" Era): Christmas sweaters first appeared as a modest, festive fashion choice. They weren't meant to be "ugly"—just cozy and cheerful!
• The 1980s (The Sitcom Boom): Thanks to characters like Clark Griswold in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation and various TV dads, the over-the-top, knit-heavy look became a holiday staple.
• The 2000s (The Irony Kick): In 2002, the first "Ugly Sweater Party" was hosted in Vancouver, Canada. It started as a joke among friends, but the trend exploded & people were raiding thrift stores for the most outrageous vintage knits they could find.
It’s a billion-dollar industry and a holiday must-do. Whether it’s covered in 3D pom-poms or battery-operated lights, the goal is the same: Embracing the silly side of the season! 🎅🧤
Drop a photo of your most "festive" sweater in the comments! Let's see those masterpieces! 👇
