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

Preppy argyle gets a festive makeover with metallic threads, a smattering of beads, and rhinestone-studded buttons.
New York & Company, $47; NYandCompany.com
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
$50; Chadwicks.com

Isn't it romantic? Yes, if your cardigan has lush chiffon roses and crystal buttons.
Loft, $90; LoftOnline.com
Loft, $90; LoftOnline.com

Pull on this crewneck with khakis for a day with family.
Liz Claiborne New York, $99; LizClaiborne.com
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
Michael Simon, $150; NeimanMarcus.com

Sparkly, striped cashmere is a deluxe layer for night—or even for day.
Autumn Cashmere, $274; OliveandBettes.com
Autumn Cashmere, $274; OliveandBettes.com

Thousands of tiny sequins add texture and shine to the front of this supersoft cardigan.
$350; JCrew.com
$350; JCrew.com

The charming bow makes this cashmere pullover a good choice for a holiday get-together.
Saks Fifth Avenue Collection, $298; Saks.com
Saks Fifth Avenue Collection, $298; Saks.com
More Gorgeous Holiday Style
From the December 2009 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine