Festive fashion: The best Christmas sweaters inspired by classic holiday movies!

A new study reveals the most popular Christmas sweaters inspired by Christmas movies, with sweaters themed from Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch being the most popular.

The research conducted by Boohoo analyzed the monthly US search volume for the Christmas movie-themed clothing to establish which Christmas sweater is the most sought-after this holiday season.

The Grinch

The most popular Christmas sweater from Christmas movies is inspired by none other than Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch. Searches for the term ‘Grinch Christmas Sweater’ averaged at 4,000 times per month in the United States, proving how much fans are willing to be seen wearing a green Grinch-style sweater.

The Grinch first hit screens as a TV special on CBS in December 1966, which featured the green cartoon storybook character causing mayhem in the world of Whoville. Then, in the year 2000, Jim Carrey took on the role of the Grinch and brought Whoville to the big screens in How the Grinch Stole Christmas. The most recent film within the Grinch franchise, The Grinch, was released in 2018 as an animated adaptation of the Christmas classic.

Die Hard

The second most popular Christmas movie sweater is worn by Karl Vreski, portrayed by Alexander Godunov, in Die Hard. Karl is the main antagonist’s right-hand man and the only character not killed by John McClane (Bruce Willis) in the movie. The Christmas sweater in question is a grey knitted number with ‘Now I Have a Machine Gun – HO HO HO’ written on the front, paired with a Santa hat.

Searches for ‘Die Hard Christmas sweater’ receive 3,200 searches per month, on average in the US. Many speculate whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie due to its action/thriller genre, which caused the writer to note that the film is set at a Christmas party during the holidays and features many Christmas songs, meaning it is a Christmas film.

Home Alone

The 1990 classic Home Alone places third in the rankings, which features a young Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) who is accidentally left alone at Christmas time and faced with scaring off two burglars from breaking into his house. During the film, Kevin looks cozy in a few different winter knits, but the most iconic is the heathered red knit that surprisingly can hold his entire weight when he is hung on a coat hook. Despite the red knit not being the craziest of prints, it hasn’t stopped film fans from wanting to get their hands on a Home-Alone themed sweater for themselves.

Searches for ‘Home Alone Christmas sweater’ average 2,000 searches per month in the US.

Gremlins

Fourth place in the rankings goes to Gremlins, released in 1984 and follows the shenanigans and destruction forced upon the small town of Kingston Falls, by a horde of mischievous monsters. The comedy-horror, written by Home Alone director Chris Columbus, is an unusual tale for a Christmas movie but presents some of the most valued messages common in holiday movies, such as the importance of loyalty and kindness.

Searches for ‘Gremlins Christmas Sweater’ average 1,250 searches per month in the US, proving just how popular the miniature furry beasts are and how much fans want to rock a green Gremlin-themed sweater this holiday season.

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation

The 1989 slapstick comedy National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation places fifth in the rankings and is the third instalment in the National Lampoon Magazine’s Vacation film series. Searches for ‘National Lampoon’s Christmas Sweater’ average around 800 searches per month in the US.

The film follows Father, Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase), wanting to give the perfect Christmas holiday to his family which turns out to become quite the task. The film’s budget is estimated to have been $28 million (£22 million) and ended up seeing $74 million (£62 million) worldwide gross.

A spokesperson from Boohoo commented on the findings: “Christmas movies are the ultimate way to get into the Christmas spirit. With office parties, family photos and Christmas sweater competitions taking place over this time of year, it is exciting to see just how many of our most iconic and beloved movies influence our Christmas wardrobes and how many people want to get their hands on a festive-themed sweater.”

Rank

Movie

Search Term

Monthly Searches in US

1

Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch

Grinch Christmas Sweater

4,000

2

Die Hard

Die Hard Christmas Sweater

3,200

3

Home Alone

Home Alone Christmas Sweater

2,000

4

Gremlins

Gremlins Christmas Sweater

1,250

5

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation Sweater

800

Shop This Year’s Footwear Trends With Famous Footwear

This year has flown by like no other and if you are scrambling to shop the latest trends for your loved ones I wanted to share with you a few of my favorites from Famous Footwear for following this year’s favorites but at a price that won’t break the bank, especially with their current BOGO deal!
It’s no secret the ankle slipper trend has hit breaking records this year. With being entirely sold out for the holidays everywhere else, get the Bearpaw Shorty Wateresistent Boot for the same look. As an added bonus, you won’t have to worry about water-resistant protection with it already built in.
Chunky loafers have also hit the streets fast and heavy. Compared to other options on the market from brands like Gucci and Givenchy, the Everyly Lug Bottom Loafer does the trick in spicing up your look to elevated heights.
A touch of western has gone a long way this year. Luckily the Dolce Vita Nikson Western Bootie has your back. Chic and on-trend, these are the perfect closet addition for all year.

Give Hope to Children this Holiday Season with Food Donations

Do your part this holiday season and help children in your community! Selena Rodgers Dickerson, President of SARCOR, LLC, is hosting Hope for the Holidays. This annual event serves as a networking function for the local business community while providing a medium to bring easy-to-open, non-perishable food for children who rely on daily school meals and would likely go without regular meals during the holiday break.

This year’s goal is to provide resources for the i3 Academy Food Pantry. In addition, attendees will be given the option to provide easy-to-open non-perishable food items, Publix gift cards, or monetary contributions that can be used at the school’s discretion.

SARCOR strives to do its part to curb child hunger and bridge the gap so children can focus on being children for Christmas.

The event will take place on Tuesday, December 6th, from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm at i3 Academy on 230 49th Street N., Birmingham, AL 35212.

Who: Selena Rodgers Dickerson, SARCOR, LLC

What: Hope for the Holidays

When: Tuesday, December 6th, from 5:00 – 7:00 pm

Where: i3 Academy Elementary School Gymnasium Selena R. Dickerson is the president of SARCOR, LLC, located in Birmingham, Alabama. She strives to educate others on how to become successful business owners.

Her mission is to utilize her expertise to leverage strategic solution-based diverse, equitable, and inclusive initiatives through business endeavors, philanthropy, integrity, and spirituality.

Dressing For Cold Weather: 4 Trendy Fashion Tips That Everyone Should Know

Winter is almost here, it’s the time to give your wardrobe a makeover. Most people love the cool and trendy fashion that comes with summer and autumn as it gives many options to wear cute and stylish clothes. But when winter kicks in, we have to ditch all the cool outfits, and we run out of clothes for the cold weather.

Feature Photos from Vogue

Just because the temperatures are down doesn’t mean you have to compromise on the style and your overall look. It means you have to think more creatively about looking stylish yet comfortable in warm clothes. Achieving a stylish, modern look while preventing yourself from cold weather is possible.

Here we will discuss some tips on how to dress for the winter season to look stylish and feel more warmth and comfort. So, let’s get into it:

1.    Layering Is The Key

Layering is important during the winter season. It is one of the most practical ways to dress for the cold weather. While layering can ruin your overall look, it can help you protect yourself from harsh winters. However, the key here is to find the trendier pieces of clothes and layer them so that you can stay warm and still look stylish.

If you are planning to store your summer clothes in the wardrobe, think again. According to experts, you can still wear a sleeveless dress from summer by layering it by wearing something underneath.

2.    Choose The Right Fabric

Choosing the right clothing material for winter is crucial as it helps you stay warm and still look stylish. While there are tons of fabrics for winter, know that not every fabric is created equal. For example, cotton is a natural fiber, but you should avoid it during this season. It doesn’t absorb moisture and insulates well.

Instead, you should consider going for the fleece fabric. It is one of the most popular fabrics which is known for providing warmth and comfort. For instance, you are going to the office during winter. In that case, you can consider wearing a luxe fleece cardigan which will make you look stunning while providing maximum warmth and comfort. It also comes with a removable tie-waist belt, fitted cuffs, and pockets.

3.    Don’t Overlook The Footwear

When dressing up for the winter season, it’s easy to overlook the importance of the right footwear.

For instance, if you wear a thin-material dress, wear ankle boots between 4-6 inches high. It protects your legs and ankles from cold weather and snow.

4.    Add Faux Fur To Your Outfit

Winter is the perfect time to add faux fur to your outfit. You can wear it with any dress, and it will help you achieve the modern, stylish look you desire for. Also, it will keep you warm throughout the day.

Summing Up

Dressing for winter can be exciting and challenging. The only challenge here is to stay warm while maintaining your elegant look. Remember, dressing for winter doesn’t mean giving up on the style. Instead, it is all about embracing a creative approach to stay warm and still look stylish.

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