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Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

By Jean Grant
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The best and silliest holiday sweaters aren’t just horrendously ugly. They also pay tribute to the year’s most memorable pop-culture moments—because what could possibly bring more yuletide cheer than a tacky interpretation of José Bautista’s bat flip or Drake’s dorky dance moves? Here, 20 excellent conversation starters.

Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

Joey to the world, indeed. $50. Freshbrewedtees.com.

Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

This jolly tribute to Josh Donaldson (a.k.a. @BringerOfRain20) is also spot-on. $50. Freshbrewedtees.com.

Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

Just so your intentions (leaving the party a.s.a.p.) are as clear as possible. $28. Etsy.ca.

Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

Of all the Drizzy-inspired sweaters, we like this pastel number by Toronto brand Shelfies the best. $60. Shelfies.com.

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Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

Scratch that. The Grinch’s “Hotline Bling” moves definitely take the cake. $33. Etsy.ca.

Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

Here’s Santa’s take on the controversial Kim Kardashian cover. $70. Retrofestive.ca.

Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

Praise be to the pizza lords. $60. Shelfies.com.

Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

A seasonally appropriate choice for the Force Awakens line. $67. Merchoid.com.

Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

Don’t wear this unless you’re up for a spontaneous dance party. $33. Etsy.ca.

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Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

Okay, so it’s not technically a Christmas sweater. But for anyone who worships at the altar of Trudeau, this is as spiritual as it gets. $60. Shelfies.com.

Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

Because Mean Girls will never stop being culturally relevant. $25. Etsy.ca.

Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

Battery-powered swag for a whole new generation of Beliebers. $109. Etsy.com.

Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

Mrs. Claus jumps on the dabbing train. $54. 2chainzshop.com.

Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

Jon Snow who? Finally, the most underrated Game of Thrones character gets the respect he deserves. $41. Etsy.com.

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Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

Only to be worn in jest (obviously). $35. Etsy.ca.

Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

Blame Miley for this club-ified take on the North Pole. $28. Etsy.com.

Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

Here’s the snuggliest way to cheer for the Raps this winter. $60. Clarktoys.com.

Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

Buddy the Elf: as classic a Christmas character as Santa himself. $82. Urbanoutfitters.com.

Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

As seen on Katy Perry. $25. hm.com/ca.

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Ugly Christmas sweaters for every possible occasion

And finally, here’s one for loyal Leaf fans. (Warning: it may trigger looks of pure pity). $70. Retrofestive.com.

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