Everything You Need to Host an Ugly Christmas Sweater Party
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What’s a holiday party without a little fun? Between gag gifts and white elephant exchanges, there’s plenty of ways to infuse lightheartedness into Christmas festivities. But one of our favorite ways to get the giggling going is with an ugly Christmas sweater party! Gather your friends or family together and turn your regular holiday bash into a fashion show that will have everyone laughing. Ugly Christmas sweater party ideas can include anything from an ugly sweater competition to a game of “Who Wore It Best” to an ugly gift exchange, or something totally different. It’s up to you how you host your silly holiday soiree.
Plus, if you’re gathering a bunch of people together who might not know each other very well, it can also be a great ice breaker. Whether you’re trying to lighten the mood or simply just have fun, a themed party is always a hit—especially during the most wonderful time of the year. Wondering where to start? We’ve collected everything you need to make your ugly sweater party go off without a hitch, from invitations and decorations to our best ugly Christmas sweater picks and more.
The Cutest Ugly Sweaters
Just because they’re ugly doesn’t mean they can’t be cute! Well—we can try, at least. Pick a sweater with one of your favorite holiday motifs or characters, and run with it. Some ugly sweaters even come with battery-powered lights so you can literally be the star of the show.
Festive Christmas Snacks and Treats
This time of year is so fun for themed treats and festive snacks. Of course, you can get handy in the kitchen and whip up some delicious Christmas charcuterie boards or peppermint popcorn. But you can also display limited-edition holiday packs from your favorite brands, too.
Fun Christmas Party Invitations
For an ugly Christmas sweater party, these invitations sure are fabulous! Illustrated sweater motifs on the front of your invites are a sweet nod to the theme, and receiving a paper invite in the mail adds that extra thoughtful touch. It serves as its own decoration on your guests’ refrigerators, too.
Adorable Holiday Party Decorations
Now here comes the fun part: Decorating the house! Holiday party decor can be modern, eclectic, or anywhere in between. Add in some extra color, string lights, and plenty of ornaments for that festive touch. Have fun with your serveware, too. Don’t be afraid to deck the halls as much as you like—it’s a party, after all!
Thoughtful Holiday Party Favors
One way you can ensure everyone remembers how much fun they had? Goody bags! While it’s not necessary to gift your guests something, it is a nice touch, especially for a laid-back themed party. Things like sweater-patterned drink sleeves, funny ornaments or stocking stuffers they can take home, and a little sweet treat or two can land you on their Nice list for years to come.
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