11 Anti-Xmas-Novelty Holiday Sweaters

Give the reindeer a rest: Try these elegant takes on the traditional for a classic and festive look.

By Brooke Kosofsky Glassberg

Our creative director Adam Glassman says, "I'm not a fan of Christmas sweaters (spare me the snowmen and Santas!), but these winter-themes cardigans are just charming."

Pictured above: Nostalgic skating scene, $99; Talbots.com

LL Bean Casmere Cardigan With Skier Motif

Cashmere cardigan with skier motif, $139; LLBean.com

Preppy argyle gets a festive makeover with metallic threads, a smattering of beads, and rhinestone-studded buttons.

New York & Company, $47; NYandCompany.com

Spruce up a little black dress with this snap-front sweater in purple, the season's hottest color

$50; Chadwicks.com

Isn't it romantic? Yes, if your cardigan has lush chiffon roses and crystal buttons.

Loft, $90; LoftOnline.com

Pull on this crewneck with khakis for a day with family.

Liz Claiborne New York, $99; LizClaiborne.com

Blue, silver, and white sequins form the snowflakes on this fine-gauge silk-cashmere blend.

Michael Simon, $150; NeimanMarcus.com

Sparkly, striped cashmere is a deluxe layer for night—or even for day.

Autumn Cashmere, $274; OliveandBettes.com

No jewelry required: A collar of smoky rhinestones adorns this cashmere blend.

$285; ToryBurch.com

Thousands of tiny sequins add texture and shine to the front of this supersoft cardigan.

$350; JCrew.com

Saks Fifth Avenue Collection Cashmere Bow sweater

The charming bow makes this cashmere pullover a good choice for a holiday get-together.

Saks Fifth Avenue Collection, $298; Saks.com

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