Ugly Christmas Sweater?

I'm curious.....who determined that anyone wearing a sweater with even a hint of holiday embellishments would now hold the embarrassing title of being an "Ugly Christmas Sweater" wearer? I mean, I know that it has gotten out of hand, I would never think of wearing anything like this.....

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or this

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I actually may have worn something like this though.......and yes, with the turtleneck to match!

btw, I love this movie :O)

........I know the girl in this next pic must have won 1st prize at the "Ugly Christmas Sweater" party. :O) Clever idea though!

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While I wouldn't wear any of those sweaters, I would however, love to start wearing my cute, red snowflake sweater again without fear of stares or whispers. I won't wear a turtleneck underneath though, I promise.

I also have this cute "tree" sweater that is in no way gaughty, I think it is actually very stylish! :O) It really looks nice with jeans & boots. {I've had it forever, but I think it is a "classic" piece.} :O)

I must confess, I do still own {but will never, ever wear again} this one:

It could be border-line ugly/cute though! :O) I'll guess I'll keep that one out of my winter closet, but I can't promise my "tree" sweater won't make an appearance this year {hey, maybe even my favorite snowflake sweater too}! We are supposed to be comfortable in our own skin {or sweater!} so, I say we bring back the Christmas sweaters! I think there are others out there that feel the same way, right?

What are your thoughts on this most important issue? Are you a Christmas sweater wearer?

{I'll be sure to post pictures if I actually work up the nerve to wear mine this year!!!} :O) :O)