The countdown is on till Christmas and you will probably be swarmed with invitations to attend parties or soirees. While it is easy to fill your social calendar, the most pressing thing is what you’ll be wearing, and whether it is appropriate for the occasion. If you’re not in the mood for dressing up, Christmas sweaters can be a good alternative to circumvent the dress code. In the past, Christmas sweaters used to get a bad rap for being too tacky or kitschy, but these days, there are plenty of fashionable ones that can make you the life of the party. Here are our top 5 picks. 

Boutique Moschino Dog Fair Isle Sweater

The sister line of Moschino shows off its mischievous festive spirit with an adorable Scottish Terrier pattern that adds some humour and style to this turtleneck sweater. On top of that, the intricate green and red knits with shimmery threads elevate the luxe factor. This adorable and extremely soft Italian piece is definitely a keeper for those who love to snuggle in bed with a peppermint hot chocolate in hand.

Burberry Appliquéd wool and cashmere sweater

If you’re a fan of Harry Potter, this deep burgundy-toned sweater from Burberry will leave you spellbound. Embellished with white and navy stripes on the V-neckline, it has an archival logo crest patch that makes you look like you belong to Hogwarts. Made with luxurious wool and cashmere, put on a white oxford shirt for that sophisticated holiday look.  

Fila Christmas jumper with front logo in knitted fairisle

We love this subtle but festive crew neck sweater that brings back the logomania trend. Bottoms wise, a pair of high-waisted white pants will make you sharp and sleek.

Gucci Checked wool-blend and terry turtleneck sweater

Adorned with a striking checked print in a contrasting red and blue, this Gucci sweater oozes character in every way. Beautifully trimmed, with a high neckline and made from the premium terry and wool blend with touches of silk, this luxurious piece is a must-have. Complete the look with a mini skirt for an eye-catching runway flair.   

UO Llama Knit Crew-Neck Sweater

Sometimes a Christmas sweater with cute animal prints is all you need.  This slouchy fit allows you to hide your food baby just in case you’re prone to overindulging during the holiday season. 

Image Credits: Boutique Moschino, Urban Outfitters, Gucci