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...to consider Christmas jumpers the very definition of nauseating twee?

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PointsSouth · 25/11/2024 10:27

...and, while I'm at it, Christmas pyjamas. I know someone who has a Christmas duvet set, for God's sake.

I'm not against Christmas. Tree, lights, It's a Wonderful Life, chocolate orange - I can handle all that. Embrace it even.

But Christmas jumpers? Not even for charity. Two quid to wear a Christmas jumper at work? Nah. Here's a tenner - I'm out.

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PointsSouth · 25/11/2024 22:07

RedToothBrush · 25/11/2024 21:56

First dates cafe:
"So before we go any further, just so we don't waste each others time, can you tell me if you've ever worn a Christmas Jumper?"

I'd love to see your online dating profile!!! 😂

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That question comes very early, a little after "Do you feel that there's any excuse whatsoever for whimsical pictures on socks?" and probably a little before "Are you a mad axe murderer?"

A 'yes' to either of those would kill the date, though I might stick around for clarifying questions following the second one.

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Giggorata · 25/11/2024 22:03

There's so much about the accoutrements of the modern Xmas that I dislike, but they're not compulsory. And If some people get an extra bit of joy from them, nice one.

Toastandbutterand · 25/11/2024 22:02

I have a Christmas dress 😁

I sew more baubles on it every year. Everyone hates it, but that just seems to encourage me.

RedToothBrush · 25/11/2024 21:57

LeaveALittleNote · 25/11/2024 21:52

I know! And once the clothes come off, they would probably have Christmas themed underpants on.

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Now those I DID resist buying for DH last week in Aldi...

... You've found my red line.

RedToothBrush · 25/11/2024 21:56

PointsSouth · 25/11/2024 21:49

If there were any chance of a Christmas jumper at any time - Christmas Past, Christmas Present or Christmas Yet-To-Come - that person would not have got to be my partner in the first place.

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First dates cafe:
"So before we go any further, just so we don't waste each others time, can you tell me if you've ever worn a Christmas Jumper?"

I'd love to see your online dating profile!!! 😂

LeaveALittleNote · 25/11/2024 21:52

Berlinlover · 25/11/2024 20:13

I don’t know how any woman can have sex with a man who wears a Christmas jumper or Christmas pyjamas.

I know! And once the clothes come off, they would probably have Christmas themed underpants on.

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PointsSouth · 25/11/2024 21:49

RedToothBrush · 25/11/2024 21:42

Quite. Imagine being so uptight that a Christmas Jumper puts you off your partner.

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If there were any chance of a Christmas jumper at any time - Christmas Past, Christmas Present or Christmas Yet-To-Come - that person would not have got to be my partner in the first place.

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RedToothBrush · 25/11/2024 21:42

CandyCane457 · 25/11/2024 21:34

I’m lucky to fancy my partner so much that nothing he wore earlier that day would stop me wanting a shag that night, phew!

Quite. Imagine being so uptight that a Christmas Jumper puts you off your partner.

CandyCane457 · 25/11/2024 21:34

I’m lucky to fancy my partner so much that nothing he wore earlier that day would stop me wanting a shag that night, phew!

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PointsSouth · 25/11/2024 21:31

RedToothBrush · 25/11/2024 20:15

I dunno. They can take them still off y'know. They aren't glued on. They don't have to be wearing them whilst in the act.

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There are all sorts of things people might have done that you can't tell they've done when they're undressed. But just knowing they've done it is enough to send one scurrying to the spare room and locking the door.

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NerrSnerr · 25/11/2024 21:06

HumanBurrito · 25/11/2024 18:41

Irish times: One in three people under 35 buy a new Christmas jumper every year. Two in five Christmas jumpers are only worn once before being thrown away, contributing to the 100 billion garments sent to landfill globally each year

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Did it also say how many times these same people wear non Christmas jumpers before sending them to landfill?

CandyCane457 · 25/11/2024 20:51

Berlinlover · 25/11/2024 20:13

I don’t know how any woman can have sex with a man who wears a Christmas jumper or Christmas pyjamas.

My boyfriend usually takes his clothes off before we have sex, so I’m good!

RedToothBrush · 25/11/2024 20:27

Berlinlover · 25/11/2024 20:18

They really give me the ick.

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Well it's a good job you don't have to sleep with them all then really.

Mediocrates · 25/11/2024 20:18

Berlinlover · 25/11/2024 20:13

I don’t know how any woman can have sex with a man who wears a Christmas jumper or Christmas pyjamas.

Oh it's really very easy Grin

Berlinlover · 25/11/2024 20:18

RedToothBrush · 25/11/2024 20:15

I dunno. They can take them still off y'know. They aren't glued on. They don't have to be wearing them whilst in the act.

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They really give me the ick.

RedToothBrush · 25/11/2024 20:15

Berlinlover · 25/11/2024 20:13

I don’t know how any woman can have sex with a man who wears a Christmas jumper or Christmas pyjamas.

I dunno. They can take them still off y'know. They aren't glued on. They don't have to be wearing them whilst in the act.

RedToothBrush · 25/11/2024 20:14

Christmas socks must be worn all year round on principle.

And they are.

Berlinlover · 25/11/2024 20:13

I don’t know how any woman can have sex with a man who wears a Christmas jumper or Christmas pyjamas.

CandyCane457 · 25/11/2024 20:08

“Tragic and unpleasant” seems a bit dramatic!

I love all mine, have about 6. Also have two sets of Christmas bedding that get alternated every week through November and December. Love it!

Louloulaughs · 25/11/2024 20:06

I better not show you my wardrobe!

Mediocrates · 25/11/2024 19:40

I have an entire collection of Christmas jumpers, plus a selection of festive tops-that-aren't-jumpers and socks. I like to don ALL of the gay apparel and it makes me incredibly happy. Am I stylish and chic? Nope. But I'm joyful af (and before anyone comes for me, I'm not saying you can't be joyful without an entire Christmas themed wardrobe)

RedToothBrush · 25/11/2024 19:39

OMGitsnotgood · 25/11/2024 19:35

You show me a plastic robin and I’ll clap my hands in squealing glee.

Whereas I have a couple of lovely Christmas jumpers but wouldn't have a plastic robin in the house.

I have a plastic robin for the tree and Christmas duvets.

My friends were horrified when I admitted to not having a Christmas tea towel last year. Guess what they bought me.

I love Christmas. My Dad was the Christmas Grinch.

Your children will grow up and rebel against such misery and create their own Christmas wonderland...

OMGitsnotgood · 25/11/2024 19:35

You show me a plastic robin and I’ll clap my hands in squealing glee.

Whereas I have a couple of lovely Christmas jumpers but wouldn't have a plastic robin in the house.

GETTINGLIKEMYMOTHER · 25/11/2024 19:25

I’ve got a Father Christmas duvet set for the sofa bed Gdcs share when they’re here. Is that allowed, OP, or will their taste-preferences be forever corrupted? Should I buy them a nice plain grey one instead?

RedToothBrush · 25/11/2024 19:03

HumanBurrito · 25/11/2024 18:41

Irish times: One in three people under 35 buy a new Christmas jumper every year. Two in five Christmas jumpers are only worn once before being thrown away, contributing to the 100 billion garments sent to landfill globally each year

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Did the Irish times survey the amount that people under 35 wear other items in their wardrobe or is there someone with a personal vendetta against Christmas Jumpers manipulating the figures here...

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