Ugly Christmas sweaters take center stage nationwide
Ugly gaudy knitwear surges in popularity with thrift stores and retailers stocking up while entrepreneurs cash in. A Chicago couple sold over 3,000 sweaters online this year and Milwaukee siblings expect a $5,000 profit from a new site. Shoppers seek bold designs with sequins and busy winter graphics, turning ugliness into fashion cheer.
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