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.
Joey to the world, indeed. $50. Freshbrewedtees.com.
This jolly tribute to Josh Donaldson (a.k.a. @BringerOfRain20) is also spot-on. $50. Freshbrewedtees.com.
Just so your intentions (leaving the party a.s.a.p.) are as clear as possible. $28. Etsy.ca.
Of all the Drizzy-inspired sweaters, we like this pastel number by Toronto brand Shelfies the best. $60. Shelfies.com.
Scratch that. The Grinch’s “Hotline Bling” moves definitely take the cake. $33. Etsy.ca.
Here’s Santa’s take on the controversial Kim Kardashian cover. $70. Retrofestive.ca.
Praise be to the pizza lords. $60. Shelfies.com.
A seasonally appropriate choice for the Force Awakens line. $67. Merchoid.com.
Don’t wear this unless you’re up for a spontaneous dance party. $33. Etsy.ca.
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.
Because Mean Girls will never stop being culturally relevant. $25. Etsy.ca.
Battery-powered swag for a whole new generation of Beliebers. $109. Etsy.com.
Mrs. Claus jumps on the dabbing train. $54. 2chainzshop.com.
Jon Snow who? Finally, the most underrated Game of Thrones character gets the respect he deserves. $41. Etsy.com.
Only to be worn in jest (obviously). $35. Etsy.ca.
Blame Miley for this club-ified take on the North Pole. $28. Etsy.com.
Here’s the snuggliest way to cheer for the Raps this winter. $60. Clarktoys.com.
Buddy the Elf: as classic a Christmas character as Santa himself. $82. Urbanoutfitters.com.
And finally, here’s one for loyal Leaf fans. (Warning: it may trigger looks of pure pity). $70. Retrofestive.com.
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