how did ugly christmas sweater start

Ugly Christmas sweater parties have their roots in the 1980s and 1990s. The concept of ugly Christmas sweaters came about when people started to repurpose old Christmas sweaters that were deemed unattractive, usually featuring tacky designs, bright colors, and sometimes even blinking lights. The idea of wearing these ugly sweaters as a form of holiday fashion was seen as a fun and humorous way to celebrate the season. Over time, the trend grew in popularity, and the ugly Christmas sweater party was born, where people dress up in their most outrageous and tacky Christmas sweaters for a night of