Christmas and the first night of Hanukkah will coincide on Wednesday, offering a double celebration. This fashionable blending of the two holidays can be seen in an extensive collection of sweaters dedicated to both, as part of the Ugly Christmas Sweater phenomenon. Among the offerings is a design sold on AliExpress for NIS 36 ($9.
30), featuring a snowman holding a Hanukkah menorah surrounded by Christmas gifts. 10 View gallery Microsoft's 2024 Solitaire sweater ( Photo: Microsoft ) The charm of Ugly Christmas Sweaters lies in two main elements: the nostalgia they evoke and the opportunity they provide to embrace camp, even for those whose daily lives don't revolve around fashion. Geometric patterns, bright red and green hues and festive symbols like reindeer, snowflakes, and Santa Claus create a sense of warmth that transports wearers to a simpler, more innocent time.
On the other hand, these sweaters have become campy cultural objects in recent years, transforming from an office party embarrassment into a cultural hit — a fashion statement that celebrates the unexpected and the grotesque. Their appeal stems from their intentionally exaggerated designs, achieving an endearingly "ugly" aesthetic. 10 View gallery ( Photo: he.
aliexpress.com ) 10 View gallery ( Photo: www.amazon.
com ) This season, the trend is evident in designs sold on platforms like Amazon, Etsy and American chains like Walmart and Target, which offer a variety of "ugly" sweaters for both Christians and Jews.
