At some point (or now, honestly) you or a friend have been the owner of a really tacky, garish Christmas sweater. It’s an acquired taste, but if you’re a diehard fan of something else, say superheroes, you might look away from how terrible it looks if it has your favorite hero’s on it. You’ll be thinking more about the Spider-Man or Superman on the center of the sweater than the confusing, distracting pattern beneath him. Better yet, if you know someone who’s a superhero fan and you need a really good joke, then what better what to send them an ugly superhero sweater as a gift?
The overall design of the red, blue, yellow and stars make for an over-the-top sweater that really speaks to WW fans. There’s a throwback look inspired by the show made famous by Lynda Carter in the 70s. You see that in the way “Wonder Woman” is written in that retro font.
Buy NowThere’s a big increase in minimalist designs with famous characters, superheroes included. For Wonder Woman, instead of a full face and body there’s a filled-out outline of her luscious locks of hair and tiara. A red star and pair of lips capture the true face of the Amazon.
Buy NowThis sweater brings Spider-Man right into the Christmas spirit. The black outline of his costume is replaced with a bright green that bounces off the sweater’s holiday red. A classic diamond pattern is trapped under Spidey’s web – with diamonds covered with more spiders.
Buy NowBring out the Christmas cheer Spider-Man style! Between the holiday zig-zag patterns are Spidey masks and spiders in festive green. Mini-webs are placed inside the traditional pattern of regular ugly sweaters. Wear this and wonder if Santa can use a pair of web-shooters.
Buy NowThis sweater is an airy mix of blue snowflake-like designs on the sleeves, and dots mimicking snow. All this is falling on top of the 5 classic Marvel superheroes. It’s a mighty winter wonderland, topped by the word “MARVEL” style like you grandma stitched it herself.
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Oversized ugly sweaters are sartorially garish pieces that are torture to wear. Marvel fans, however, can go larger-than-life and take over. The sweater’s front is covered with a huge team-up of Iron Man, Hulk, Captain America and Spider-Man under the Marvel logo.
Buy NowIt would have been easier to get a sweatshirt with the bat symbol in the center. But where’s the ugly sweater fun in that? This sweatshirt repeats the iconic Batman logo across the material as many times as you hear the “Na”s in the 1960s TV show theme song.
Buy Now“Jingle Bells, Batman Smells…” It is one thing to know that little song and another to wear the personification of the feeling. Between muted traditional wintry lines is the Clown Prince of Crime’s name, followed by a string evil jester heads, black mallets and bombs.
Buy NowDark Knight Fans that need a holiday cheer have this brooding sweater ready. It’s somber and has a string of half-masks above a huge yellow bat-symbol – the only bright part of a sweater as dark as Batman himself. Wear it and dispense justice around the Christmas tree.
Buy NowAh yes, a red sweater with rows and rows of the same old checkered green and white – hold on. What’s Deadpool doing on the sweater? The logo of the Merc’ With a Mouth right is in front, with a Santa hat sitting on top of it. Just hope that it doesn’t start talking.
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This sweater looks straight out of your childhood down to the white trim on the neck, sleeves and bottom. There’s a row filled with Captain America, Iron Man, and Thor between snowflakes on a deep red wool.
Buy NowWithin the rows of small green trees on this black sweater is the makings of an ugly sweater befitting a super solider. Big snowflakes surround a huge likeness of Cap who faces bad guys like Hydra, or in your case might give you the courage to shoo away random Christmas carolers in your neighborhood.
Buy NowThe Avengers really assemble a silly Christmas sweatshirt this time. Iron Man, Captain America, Thor and Hulk are in rows with designs inspired by the characters. The stars, lightning, hammers and rocks create a cool tacky sweatshirt only a Marvel fan can love.
Buy NowDeck the halls with guns and katanas! This ugly sweater plays on the black-and-red tones of Deadpool’s costume – red trees, winter flowers and dots with a hint of white snowflakes for a good holiday image. Of course, it has Deadpool’s mug looking right at you.
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In true ugly sweater fashion there’s one with a Captain America star with a rather unflattering look. The Captain’s signature shield on each arm, surrounded by snowflakes. White trees and stars cover its whole tacky tapestry.
Buy NowHULK SMASH SWEATER! Hulk’s face looks tough at the center of this sweater while a massive snowflake sits behind him. It basically takes up so much of the sweater, you forget the rest of the pattern exists. The green sleeves are great if you got the biceps for a small Hulk impression.
Buy NowEveryone is thinking of mom’s roast ham or turkey, but sometimes a geek just wants to head out to the closest taco track. Deadpool knows that feeling, and now the two of you can show that solidarity on this DP, taco and chimichanga-patterned holiday sweater.
Buy NowBig fans of the Suicide Squad will like the style of this tacky Christmas sweater. The graphic takes the diamond from Harley’s costume and makes it into a pattern. Trade out your Santa hat for a jester hat to match the Harley face at center smiling at you.
Buy NowThe World’s Finest are wishing you the merriest Christmas on the front of this sweater. Batman and Superman stand over a candy cane-like stripe on the bottom, resolute. Superman is in a cheerful mode and wearing a Santa hat, while Batman unsurprisingly does not.
Buy NowThe DC Big 3 are front and center on this bright red sweater. It’s all smiles with Superman, Wonder Woman and Batman (who’s wearing a Santa beard!) It’s their turn to hand out the presents, and as can be seen in the graphic they had a lot give away.
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Christmas brings out the kid in all of us – for some that’s an Amazonian princess. Represent her right in this burgundy-colored sweater with the iconic golden Wonder Woman logo surrounded by snowflakes and assorted patterns from traditional Christmas sweaters.
Buy NowBetween the needlepoint reindeer and trees of the sweater is a massive Superman logo right on the center. The bottom has trees and snowmen that fill out the super-heroic sweater. This sweater is a really good choice for Superman and Christmas fans alike.
Buy NowThe red colors on this ugly sweater are loud and definitely call for attention. But for a Superman fan looking for a laugh, this is perfect. Not only do you get the big red S, you get small snowflakes and reindeer inside the pattern throughout the entire sweater.
Buy NowNot every Christmas sweater has to have a cheery color scheme to them. This Batman sweater shows that – it has a distressed look all over the gaudy pattern and bat symbol. Batman stands tall at the center of this sweater for grim-n-gritty Christmas geek fans.
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From a simple sweatshirt comes the holiday dreams of a crazed mercenary. Deadpool’s face is right in front over a bunch of red and white checkers. Stuffed between are Deadpools separated by tacos. Wear this and shout “Feliz Navidad!” even if there are no tacos around.
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Buy NowThis silly Christmas sweater needed two words: Avengers Assemble! Hawkeye, Hulk and Falcon become part of the pattern, using their punches, arrows and shuriken all form into this unique and tacky design. A big Avengers fan will enjoy seeing them on a sweater like this.
Buy NowDo you know why Deadpool’s costume is all red? It’s mostly because of the violence, but it’s also because he really digs Christmas. This sweater shows that love with a simple pattern of Deadpool across two white stripes. The rest is covered with pretty snowflakes.
Buy NowShow you Super-Soldier love during the holidays! Cap is surrounded by stripes, stars, and ball ornaments. What stands out are two hollies to his side and the shields that appear throughout. This is a great choice for Cap fans that really get into the Christmas mood.
Buy NowGeeks of all kinds like kitschy, silly things to wear. They already have a lot of odd fashion choices, so why not add one more piece for the holidays? Turn on the TV, pop in the Avengers, Superman, or Batman flick and enjoy viewing session with friends while you represent you fandom in a sweater. Or have a smile when you see someone unwrap their gift and see a silly little Deadpool sweater looking at their face. Regardless of the hero, they should enjoy the holidays with “style” and a particular grace only a geeky Christmas sweater will give them – just make sure they leave the cape at home.