A Custom Ugly Christmas Sweater People Actually Want to Wear

A Custom Knit Christmas Sweater That’s Actually Worth Wearing

Ugly Christmas sweaters are a holiday staple, but too often, they’re something you wear once for a party and never touch again. When Obsidian Energy, a Calgary-based Canadian energy company, came to us with the idea of creating a custom knit holiday sweater for their team, the goal was simple: make something festive and fun without sacrificing quality, comfort, or style.

The result? A fully custom knit Christmas sweater that feels just as good at a holiday party as it does beyond the office, something their team would actually want to wear year after year.

From Idea to Knit: Designing Something Worth Keeping

From the very beginning, this project was about balance. The sweater needed to lean into the holiday spirit, but still feel polished enough that it wouldn’t be worn just once and forgotten.

We worked closely through the design process to:

• Develop a fully custom knit pattern (not printed)

• Integrate branding in a subtle, playful way

• Choose colours and textures that felt festive without being over-the-top

• Ensure a comfortable fit and premium feel

Because this was a knit sweater, the design phase mattered. Knit projects require more planning and longer production timelines, but the payoff is a garment that feels intentional, elevated, and built to last.

Why Custom Knit Sweaters Are Worth the Extra Planning

Unlike standard holiday apparel, fully knit sweaters offer a level of quality and longevity that sets them apart. These aren’t novelty items, they’re garments people keep.

This approach results in:

• A holiday piece people are proud to wear

• A branded moment that extends beyond a single event

• A keepsake that still shows up year after year

We love projects like this because they prove that branded apparel can be fun and refined at the same time.

Thinking Ahead for Next Christmas

If you’re considering custom holiday apparel for your team, here’s the key takeaway: start early.

Custom knit projects require:

• More design development

• Longer production timelines

• Early planning to ensure delivery before the holidays

The upside? You end up with something truly special, a piece your team will actually want to wear, not just once, but every holiday season.

Ready to Create Something Similar?

Whether it’s a custom knit sweater, branded winter layers, or holiday gifts for your team, early planning makes all the difference.

👉 Start the conversation at www.locallaundry-custom.ca