The ugly Christmas sweater is a phenomenon that refuses to go away
with more and more people joining the frenzy each year. So, what are ugly
sweaters and why do people feel compelled to buy the sweater as a gift or even
wear it? Christmas holiday characters characterized ugly sweaters. They include
elves, Santa, reindeers, snowflakes and snowmen. You can even have an
infographic based on the holiday characters adorned on the sweater. These
sweaters may also have scratchy fabric or shiny thread and some giant buttons.
The dominant colors are usually green and red. Even then, today sweaters that
have a holiday theme are considered as being ugly sweaters.
Ugly
sweaters have for years given Christmas a lighthearted approach making it more
exciting and appealing by offering a different way of breaking from the norm.
In fact, today people eagerly look forward to the Christmas season for an
opportunity to wear the sweater. These sweaters come in a wide variety so you
can be sure to find the ugly sweater that you love the most.
It is
interesting to note that with the ugly Christmas sweater, the uglier it is the
better. This is particularly true when you are attending a party where a
contest for the ugliest sweater will be held. In fact, some people go a step
further to decorate those sweaters that they feel are not ugly enough to ensure
that they are uglier. Ultimately, everyone is always hoping that his or her
sweater will be the ugliest. All this is aimed at adding excitement to the
spirit of Christmas. If you intend to purchase your ugly sweater, here are some
guidelines to buying and wearing it:
· Get a sweater that fits well – Ensure you get a sweater that fits
you perfectly. Remember, the idea is having an ugly sweater and not an
ill-fitting one. These sweaters come in different sizes so you are guaranteed
of finding one that fits.
· Pay attention to the theme – Not all sweaters have an appropriate
theme therefore be careful when selecting lest you end up with adult themed
sweaters that will end up being a source of embarrassment. To be safe, always
go for a sweater whose theme matches the party you are attending. The rule of
thumb is that you should always go with a design that wear comfortably.
· Consider the material –
You do not want to win the ugliest Christmas sweater contest at the expense of
your comfort. Be sure to get a thick sweater that is cozy. Remember not all
knitted delights are the same as they are made from varied kinds of yarns.
· Wear you sweater with the right undergarment – You will do well to wear
a thin garment on the inside for sweaters that are uncomfortable and static.
Your choice of undergarments will also help you avoid the possibility of skin
irritation caused by the sweater as your skin will not come into direct contact
with irritant. Ultimately, ensure you are comfortable in both.
In
summary, whether you are wearing your ugly sweater during the festive season or
not, be sure to stay warm.
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