The world is divided between those who would live in a permanent Christmas state and those who on the first day of Christmas The countdown begins to celebrate its end. But there is always something capable of unite opposite poles and, apart from the sweets, ugly christmas sweaters They are able to conquer even the most faithful followers of the Grinch.
Don't you believe us? That's because you don't know what we're talking about. Imagine yourself in any pub with your friends. The place is full of people who think extend your business dinner until unexpected hours.
And suddenly those decorated sweaters with Christmas trees and reindeer that you looked askance at, light up in a festival of colored lights And they make you smile. Who can resist a sweater that lights up? WHO?
Bring out your geek side... HO, HO, HO!
But let's talk about the origin of an american and canadian tradition that conquers both the little ones at home and the adults. The National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day It is celebrated on the third Friday of December of each year, which this 2021 falls on December 17.
Throughout the day, citizens of the United States (and from other parts of the world) will ditch their sober uniforms and dress in a fun ugly sweater.
This ritual dates back to December 2011 , when a group of students from the University of San Diego decided that creating a website dedicated to the jerseys of Christmas most ridiculous you can find in USA to wear during this holiday. The initiative was a complete success, so much so that even the television presenters of chains like ABC or CNBC they joined her.
However, some say that the pioneer was the actor and comedian Bill Cosby , who in the 80's already wore these eccentric clothes when he acted in The Cosby Show. Over time, its use has reached the big screen, where Christmas sweaters sneak into mythical scenes from movies like The diaryof Bridget Jones or course, The Grinch.
The more ridiculous... the better!
From the official website of National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day they dictate to us three requirements necessary to be active participants in this comic custom:
1. Buy an ugly Christmas sweater (the uglier the better). Almost all brands have designed a collection of wool garments with Christmas motifs such as fir trees with garlands of lights, snowmen, reindeer or elves , to pay homage to the tradition of the ugly sweater. Likewise, you can also get one at stores dedicated exclusively to the sale of ugly sweater , whose link you will find in the official website of the event.
two. Use it throughout the day. And it's not okay to cheat. From dawn to dusk: to go shopping, go to work, to university, for a romantic dinner, for drinks with your friends... must be your only outfits of the day
3. Share this day with your friends. Come on, show your power of conviction, let not one resist. According to the organizers of this event on their website, every year hundreds of thousands of people participate in the National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day , and they need your help so that the tradition is not lost.
Oh, and don't forget to share it with your followers: upload a picture with your sweater to your social networks and add the hashtag ** #UglySweaterDay .**
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Where can you buy your ugly sweater in Spain?
To begin with, surely your grandmother or the aunt of one of your parents has once lovingly knitted you a sweater with tassels that you have disowned. Look in the back of your closet , you'll see how you find something...
But if that's not the case, we're on the hunt for all those embarrassing and wonderful sweaters. Pompoms, jingle bells, lights, bows, sequins, Christmas colors and striking prints They are the necessary ingredients for your ugly sweater to succeed. From more demure to more extravagant, here are some ideas:
