Finding the perfect gaudy sweater can be a real tangle of yarn. You want something with enough pizzazz to light up the room like a Christmas tree, but not so tacky that Grandma will refuse to sit next to you at dinner. Luckily, Chicago is a city where fashion gets festive, and there are plenty of places to find that perfect piece of holiday knitwear.

1. Strange Cargo - Though they have more than just ugly sweaters, there’s no need to give this place the cold shoulder. The kitschy tees and sweatshirts average around $30, so you can stock up on a more eclectic pullover.
2. The Boring Store - This place has pretty much every gift and stocking stuffer any secret agent would need, including a wonderful selection of ugly holiday sweaters for $90.
3. Mr. G’s - Feeling nostalgic for that sweater your cousin Barry wore while playing Atari? This retro store has a collection of snazzy styles that might have made you cringe in the ’80s but will now have you saying, "so bad it’s good." Prices don’t jump higher than $35.
4. Belmont Army - Another one-stop-shop, this place boasts a lower level solely dedicated to ugly sweaters. Starting at $30, these vintage threads aren’t for the faint of heart.
5. Urban Outfitters - Though not necessarily the cheapest option with their selection averaging around $50, you’ll find sweaters worth wrapping up and putting under the tree.
6. Threadless - Who said ugly sweaters had to be holiday-themed? Threadless offers several equally tacky tees and hoodies with price points that start at $45. And if you’re feeling creative, you can even design your own!
7. H&M - A reliable option for just about any attire, H&M offers an affordable collection of sweaters, with the uglier option averaging around $25.
8. Lulu’s Vintage - Although they have a more traditional collection of vintage clothing, their selection of ugly sweaters will make you want to run away with the circus. Prices vary but expect to spend between $30 and $50.
9. The Catcade - Why not have ugly sweater parties with your feline friends? The Catcade has a limited but incredibly unique selection of pet-friendly ugly sweaters, ranging from $14 to $24.
10. Buffalo Exchange - One of the Chicago’s hipper thrift stores, Buffalo Exchange offers a vast selection of vintage and second-hand clothing, including ugly sweaters priced between $20 and $35.

With this wide variety of options, you won’t have to worry about being left out in the cold this holiday season. Rather, you’ll be the belle of the ugly sweater ball, and like the ornaments on your tree, shining bright wherever you go.