Christmas time. The season to be jolly and the time for everyone to get into the spirit of carols, eggnog, and every store blasting Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas." But it's also a time when people are desperately trying to find the perfect gift for those nearest and dearest to them.
Of course, not everyone gets it right, and this is often to hilarious effect. From buying grandma skimpy underwear to her returning the favor with one of the ugliest sweaters you've ever seen, Christmas gifts can get nasty; all we can do is sit back, read on, and laugh out loud.
Grandma Still Living Large
Is this some kind of joke? Maybe. Or, it could have been something this grandmother said that made her kids (or grandkids) buy her some skimpy underwear emblazoned with a raunchy message. You are only as old as you feel, and this grandma might feel like there's still room in her life for love.
Maybe this grandma just wants to spice up her current marriage. According to a census report in the United States, roughly nine out of ten elderly adults 60 years old and over have been married. Most of them remained in their marriage for a long time, and over time, relationships need spiciness.
The Caroling Snow Flakes
Now imagine getting a knock on your door and opening it to see three women dressed (scantily, we may add) like snowflakes to carol in front of your house? We don't know about you, but we'd be a little concerned about them getting hypothermia in the snow.
With that being said, this would be a refreshing take on caroling, which is traditionally done by fully (and warmly) clothed men and women. It would also mean that you are pressed to offer the eggnog and figgy pudding they're singing about when they wish you a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year.
Don't Be Scared To Have A Bite
Christmas isn't just a time for family and friends and being happy-go-lucky. It's also a period of big business for retailers who want to capitalize on the happy vibes and need to buy gifts. This means promo girls are usually in abundance, and companies often get crafty to make theirs stand out.
Pretty women are usually winners. Dress them in a racy little outfit, and it adds to the appeal. Make them wear candy cane suits, and, well, they just look ridiculous. At least these girls are promoting something tasty, although another question is, how comfortable are those transparent trays around their waists?
A Revenge Sweater
Remember those knitting needles you got grandma last Christmas? Well, this is her saying thank you for the gift. Just kidding, although that is one of the most common references in pop culture. Most others give awesome useful gifts, and grandma knits a sweater.
This particular sweater took some work to make, particularly getting a makeshift derriere stuck to it. All that hard work must have tired the maker out! At least the person finished making it, and if it never gets worn again, at least there is photo evidence of its existence.
Feeling The Christmas Spirit
We wonder if this sweater and the one with the attached derriere are from the same shoot? They have a similar feel to them. This one appears to be much better made, though.
The message is edgy, though, and may be offensive to some. This is especially true in the #MeToo movement era and the scrutinizing eye placed on gender-based violence. The suggestive nature of this design likely caused some backlash because it kind of implies that you are free to "feel the joy." In reality, this is probably a gift no-no.
The Most Famous Arches of All
There are a few iconic brand logos in the world. The Nike swoosh is one, Colonel Sanders' face is another. There are also the Adidas three lines and the Lacoste alligator. But one of the most iconic logos in the world is the McDonalds arches.
Famous and recognizable worldwide, it's symbolic of the arches placed during the construction of the first franchises and not due to the M in the name. It was only after CEO, Ray Kroc that it was incorporated as the M. Here, it's incorporated as something completely different, not sure why this grandma thought it was appropriate for an 11-year-old though.
A Little Bit Too Obsessed
The Nutcracker is an iconic ballet written in 1892. Over the decades, there has been a tradition of it being performed over Christmas, with many American ballet companies making 40% of their revenue from these performances. This has also been adapted into films and other media many times. There have also been substantial merchandising opportunities.
But this couple is pretty obsessed, right down to nutcracker underwear and a little nutcracker baby. Toy obsessions aren't new, though, and in 2011, Sotheby's auctioned off the most extensive toy collection in history. This comprised of 35,000 toys and was collected by a man named Jerry Greene over 50 years.
What Mom Wanted You To Become
When children are born, parents have big dreams and aspirations for them. Lawyers, doctors, scientists, and the likes are the careers they wish for their children, but things don't always go according to plan. This, however, isn't always a bad thing, because in most cases, kids try to meet their parents somewhere in the middle with their achievements.
But some moms take their children's roles a little too seriously. Take actress Marina Squerciati, whose mom bought her this rather raunchy policewoman dress, likely because she is famous for playing Officer Kim Burgess in Chicago P.D., who she still plays in 2021.
When Mom And Dad Don't Agree
Fathers may want to make their boys men, but their girls will always be girls. That's why it's hard for them to acknowledge that their girls are growing up and becoming women. This isn't as hard for mothers though, who fully understand the rigors and rites of passage of becoming a woman.
This is why the daddy in the picture is upset that someone (most likely mom) bought his daughters some G-string underwear even it looks like they are still in their teens. He was probably hoping they would only start wearing those when they were out of the house. Of course, there's a practical reason for wearing G-strings: to avoid underwear showing through pants.
Has She Been A Good Girl This Year?
As children, we all believed that we would get onto Santa's naughty list and get a piece of cole in our stocking this Christmas. This is why around December 1st, kids are always on their best behavior, so that maybe, just maybe, they get taken off the naughty list and put onto the nice list.
Maybe this is what former adult industry actress Mia Khalifa believed when she quit that gig to become a more legit celebrity. She has since moved on to dabble in social media and sports. She has also been showing what a good girl now gets for Christmas, it seems.
Bojack Horsedog
Why would you do something like this to your best friend? There are bound to be dog lovers (and maybe even some horse lovers) up in arms at the treatment of this canine. Of course, this is nothing but a joke, although that's a lot of money wasted on the dog wearing this headpiece just once.
This money could've been spent on much better doggy gifts. These include things like an elevated dog bowl, a new leash, multiple chew toys, and even a cool scented dog bone. Now the dog might make a chew toy out of the horse mask and even some of that baby's toys in the picture.
Nope! Not What You Think It Is
Rumor has it the person who received this gift mistook it for an intimate toy. We think she should get her mind out of the gutter. This is a nifty holder for those coffee flasks that end up getting so hot that you can't hold them with your hand. It's pretty handy, especially for those early morning hikes and trips.
This one is called the Pink Yeti Cup Holder, and it comes in an array of sizes and designs, not to mention colors. Other brands make designs a little less "confusing" than this one, which is perhaps a better option when buying gifts of this kind.
Out Of Tune Candle Holders
There's nothing more soothing over Christmas than a candlelit room. There's something about the atmosphere candles create that just makes Christmas special. These candles probably need to be lit, at least to remove the deceptive shape they hold in their complete form.
Of course, candles and Christmas are also synonymous with the Irish tradition of lighting a candle and putting it in the window over Christmas. This was practiced over the Christmas period by Irish Catholics who were oppressed by the English during colonial times, having their right to practice their religion prevented.
This Time, It's Not About What's On The Inside
How do those old sayings go? "Beauty is only skin deep" and "It's what's underneath that counts." Well, in this case, that just doesn't count. Because the only thing that matters about this product is that it's chocolate dressed like Santa Clause. You don't even need to undress him so neatly.
Breaking it under the foil wrapping is ideal since it turns the chocolate into edible pieces without losing any. FYI, this chocolate is doing itself no favors by calling itself 'surprise toys.' And also, FYI, not all Santa Chocolates are cheap knockoffs; some look like him underneath the wrapping too.
Take Me With You This Year Santa
In the corporate environment of the North Pole, it's Santa's job to deliver the presents, and it's the elves who prepare everything. That means they work in the toy factory, make the toys, pack the bag and ensure that everything is ready for Christmas Eve when the big guy delivers the presents.
But has anyone ever wondered if, maybe, the elves wanted to join old Saint Nick for the round-the-globe sleigh ride? Well, that's the story being told by these toys: like kids wanting to join dad for a trip to the store, these elves are hanging on, hoping they can tag along with Santa.
Caught In A Compromising Position
All over the world, venues celebrate the festive season by putting up Christmas-themed items. Some have the nativity scene, others may have some, or other Santa Clause scene set out. In Cape Town, South Africa, they have a four-story-high Christmas tree made with Champagne bottles.
At the Tynwald Mills department store, they have a polar bear display. Many kids must have been bored because the display was rearranged to put the mommy and daddy bear in a rather precarious position. Some customers were offended, the shopping center apologized, but also saw the funny side, posting a picture of a baby polar bear, like a Christmas miracle.
If Anyone is Looking For A Red-Nosed Reindeer
T-shirts, the gift to get when you don't know what to get someone. As has been proven by several items in this story, T-shirts can be hit and (mostly) miss. This one? Well, all we can say is we don't think this guy will be wearing it to the office after the holidays. But at least we know where Rudolph went if Santa has been looking for him.
Rudolph is the most famous of Mr. Clause's reindeer. He is the subject of a popular stop motion film series. The series caused controversy in 2020 after Hulu started streaming it, while CBS, the rights holders, were doing the same thing.
Sprucing Up The Garden
Christmas decorations are one of the best things about Christmas. They form the core of the festive atmosphere and just make all the difference to the house when they're put out. Sometimes there are even friendly little neighborhood Christmas decoration competitions and even some real competitions with prizes.
While the crux of any Christmas decorations revolves around the lights, the little bits and pieces, like characters and fixtures, also make a huge difference. Like this adorable elf, which added some much-needed dimension to this display in this garden. This one could use more lights, though.
All Santa In The Front And Red Riding Hood In The Back
Like the infamous mullet hairdo of the '80s, this Santa figurine shows off two sides of two opposite things. While the mullet is famous for being business in the front and party in the back, this figurine is Santa Clause in the front and Little Red Riding Hood in the back.
Some people may even think that from the back, they're seeing something else. The only thing that proves is that there are two different sides to the story. On a completely different note, it looks like the people in the photo are playing a drinking game, probably adding to what they think they're seeing from the back angle.
Couples Christmas T-Shirt Contest
So it looks like these T-shirts were homemade by the couple in the picture, and they have included some of their favorite action figures in their designs as well. While the guy has Barbie pole dancing on his T-shirt, the woman has Deadpool riding a unicorn on hers.
They've even added realism to the shirts, making sure that the unicorn on the lady's shirt isn't just coming out of nowhere and that it did in a true moment of Deadpool madness, jump through the T-shirt from behind, and burst through the front of it.
Mrs. Clause Is Going To Be Pissed
So you know who doesn't get enough credit for making Christmas happen? Mrs. Clause. Yes, the wife of Santa has a role to play too. Hell, she's allowing her husband to go on a dangerous around-the-world trip in a sleigh being pulled through the air by flying reindeer. She deserves some respect and kudos.
She also won't take kindly to her husband being handled so disrespectfully by someone who isn't her either. In films, Mrs. Clause has been played twice by Goldie Hawn, in 2018s "The Christmas Chronicles" and 2020's "The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two."
A Christmas (Sweater) Office Party
So you know how the office Christmas party comes around every year and, to make it fun, the organizer always comes up with a theme. Well, in this office, some bright spark decided that it would be fun to make the Christmas party one where you wear your most over-the-top and weirdest Christmas sweater/T-shirt.
On the plus side, at least the people in this offer got to put that Christmas T-shirt to some good use for another day. Who knows, maybe after a couple of drinks, the T-shirts look more normal and less like a grandma's evil plot for revenge.
The Perfect Underwear For Her Eyes Only
There's nothing to see here, just the world's weirdest underwear. Covering just the bare minimum, it is kind of perfect for adding a little spiciness in the relationship department, or just if you want to weird out your gym buddies in the restrooms one day.
Just imagine how awkward the photoshoot for this one was. Everyone is a professional, but this isn't exactly an adult industry photo shoot; the crew and model must have been a little uneasy about shooting this shot. This would make for a pretty unique Christmas gift, though.
Testing The Gifts Before Wrapping Them
The one thing that's difficult to do when buying people clothing gifts is getting their size right. It's often a guessing game finding the correct size, and of course, you can't call the person, lest you give away what you're getting them. That's how predicaments like the one in the image arise.
Realizing that the pajamas they bought for their daughters may be too big, these parents decide to test the size by having the father fit it on. It even fitted him without fail, although it was tight around his belly. At least he knows his girls will grow into them.
We All Know Who Bought This Gift
Parenting can be difficult, especially when there are multiple children. Between sibling rivalry and pulling each other's hair, it's a pretty big nightmare. This isn't just the case for when the kids are little, either. As they get older and more self-aware (almost like artificial intelligence), they become more determined to outdo one another.
That is why when Rachel, the sibling who bought the above Yankee Candle for her mother's Christmas gift, she made sure everyone knew who mom's favorite child was. Here's the million-dollar question, though—which one is Rachel? It's a bit of an inside joke this one.
Yay! Another T-Shirt
As we get older, gifts tend to become harder to buy. Children are easy, a videogame, a drone, some action figures, and you're sorted. Adults are a different story altogether, though. a video game, drone, and even an action figure could suffice, especially for men; everyone feels like they need to get more mature gifts for adults.
So what's the most mature thing you can get for an adult? Clothing, of course. Although not always exciting, wardrobe items do have their moments, especially when they carry a special, or in this case, hilarious message. This guy must be so happy his T-shirt is telling the truth about his natural physique.
The Real Deal
There's nothing worse than someone at the desk next to you constantly knocking their mouse on their desk when lifting it to move the cursor on their screen. The simple solution to this is for them to get a mousepad. But if they don't, you need to get one for them.
That is the perfect time to get the mousepad in the picture. It looks like a real mouse (we hope it isn't), which is scary for someone afraid of mice. This phobia is known as suriphobia, musophobia, or murophobia. It's believed to be over the top, although it is linked to the fear of disease and structural destruction mice can create.
G String For Men
There are many reasons why the thong is known as the G-string. In some cases, it's believed to come from the term groin string, for the way the string passes around the groin area and between the cheeks. The term groin was a taboo word to use when the item was named; hence it's not called a groin string.
Others say that it's named G-string referencing music and the thickest string on the violin, which is conveniently the string in the note of G. What the guy who took this picture calls this, is the worst gift he ever received.
Looks Can Be Deceiving
The Internet has revolutionized the way people shop. Online shopping appears to have finally found some traction with the world embracing the idea of simply clicking and paying via a banking portal. But there are still pitfalls to buying items online, especially when you're not there to try on your sultry new Christmas suit.
That's what this woman discovered to her detriment when she ordered the sultry Christmas suit in the left-hand picture. What she got is the one she's wearing on the right. Maybe she got the size wrong, but the shape and design are probably not best suited for her physique.
Getting It Right... Yet Hopelessly Wrong
So the story behind this one is kind of hilarious. Someone's little girl wanted a pair of fingerless gloves with flowers for Christmas. Her grandmother gladly obliged, although not with the kind of flower associated with little girls. Instead, this flower is more associated with older people.
Maybe grandma is a product of the '60s when this flower was associated with those known as the flower children. These '60s icons were, of course, renowned for their anti-war sentiment and mantras of peace and love. Perhaps she was trying to introduce her grandchild to this subculture in an attempt to convert her into a 'flower child.'
This Is Not The Book You Thought It Was
"Moby D*ck" is a famous piece of literature that has become an all-American Classic and is regarded as one of the greatest pieces of literature ever written. "Ragged D*ck" is called "Street Life in New York with the Boot Blacks" and was marginally successful, and its author, Horatio Alger Jr's best work.
The book is part of a six-series collection that follows the life of a shoe polisher and street vagrant named ragged d*ck, who rises from his humble beginnings to middle-class comfort and fortune. This kid doesn't seem happy about getting it for Christmas, and maybe he should read this review before making up his mind or try "Moby D*ck."
A Candy Pole
The essential characteristic of a candy cane is its length and its curved end. Oh, it's also smooth and shiny and made up of two colors. The only thing this grandmother got right with this homemade candy cane is the color part. The rest? Well, let's say it's a little more like cake than candy.
But if the kid who got this was stunned into silence, then the cane did its job. Legend has it the candy cane was created in Germany in 1670 by a choirmaster who gave sugar sticks to his young choir to silence them during a nativity play. To mark the occasion, he bent the ends.
Bah Humbug
It's hard to believe that there is anyone who doesn't love Christmas. Unless, of course, there is a person who hates shopping and buying gifts. But the great writer Charles Dickens managed to create one in his classic Christmas story "A Christmas Carol." That character is named Ebenezer Scrooge.
In the book, Scrooge is a business owner who hates Christmas. He is famous for that and for uttering his famous line "bah humbug." Ironically the word humbug was initially described in 1951 as student slang for describing something as nonsense. It was coined as a nautical term in 1840. Just be glad you don't know a scrooge.
What A Typo!
Hey, everyone makes mistakes. But how does a professional company allow a typo of this magnitude to slip through the quality check process? Surely someone should have picked up the error in the copy. Now an entire shipment of the "Flickering Lights" is out in shops, ready to be seen by thousands of more customers.
Of course, this isn't the only time this kind of thing has happened, and doubtlessly won't be the last. But on the one hand, the letters on this box may be a little too compressed, making a "li" look like a "u." Considering the font being used, that is a probable cause for the problem,
Not A Very Well Thought Out Set-up
Mall displays should still make logical sense, correct? So how is it logical that these horses have so much shrubbery around their neck? How is anyone supposed to ride a horse with that those rosaries taking up so much space around the horse's body? There isn't even enough space there to ride.
Let's not even get started on the ribbon on the tail of that horse whose back is facing the camera. If they knew what that symbolized, they would have thought twice about having it there because it means that people should beware of the horse and not get close.
Taking Christmas To A Galaxy Far Away
Everyone household has its own unique and special Christmas traditions. From meals to rituals, and even decorations. Like this family, who decided to decorate the top of their Christmas tree with a different kind of angel. This angel just so happens to have Jedi powers and be one of the most adorable creatures to come from the franchise.
That is Baby Yoda. The character became so popular that in 2020 the Funko Pop version of the character broke pre-order sales records. Baby Yoda became an instant favorite character and has continued to be a popular gift over Christmas, not to mention the new top of many "Star Wars" fans Christmas trees.
Christmas Shopping At Walmart
Spending at Walmart doesn't need much in terms of preparation; you simply come as you are or in your favorite and strangest outfits. In fact, some people pitch up in fancy-dress, donning various costumes like it's Halloween.
Even when you're Christmas shopping, you don't have to dress up, or you could. This woman followed the former and did her browsing as if she had just got up, brushed her mane, and left to pick up the required items. She could have put more effort into covering the bottom of her belly, though.
Nightmare Pillows
Someone in the family must think their kids are amazing if they got pillows with their faces. But this wasn't the best idea, though, because instead of being forever captured in comfy pillow greatness, it looks like the kids are stuck in a pillowcase jar.
The person who placed the orders isn't to blame here though, whoever designed this layout should have known better and made it look less cramped. Now whoever owns these pillowcases are going to be having nightmares instead of admiring these kids, or the pillowcases are coming off and never going back on.
Another Weird One For The Underwear Drawer
Who says gloves can't be fun, hey? Imagine a new female partner snooping around your bedroom and finding your underwear drawer with these packed in a corner next to your briefs? She wonders what she got herself into because her man has underwear for his derriere and his hands.
What's ironic about these is that, like underwear, you can prance around with just them on if you're comfortable, or you can wear them under your boxing gloves or winter gloves when the weather gets cold. We just hope you don't start feeling exposed without them on.
Best Wishes To You And Everyone In Your Home
Who has seen the Godzilla movies? Whether it's one of the early ones from the '60 or the modern-day versions, one thing that remains constant is that the giant creature leaves destruction wherever he goes. So this sign is an excellent gift for someone who is a fan of the iconic monster.
The character of Godzilla came to light in an eponymous 1954 film. Since then, he has appeared in 32 films as well as comic books and video games and has gone from being a villain to being a bit of an antihero. Still, even as a hero, destruction follows; that's why this picture is so fitting.
Just Cool To Have
So this is one of the ageless questions that surely the wealthy have to deal with. What do you get someone that already has it all? Well, in this instance, the answer appears to be getting them something that's just cool to have, no matter how useless.
Like a belly button lint brush. Of course, belly button lint does exist, but do you need a brush to get it out? It mainly exists unperturbed, and when you're bored and need to remove it, a finger will do. Are you going to get the belly button lint brush to do it? No! But it's cool to say you have one.
Making Sure You Know I'm The Best
Sometimes we buy gifts because we want to impress someone, other times it's to remind them how awesome we are. This book, however, is a unique, if long-winded way, of reminding her that no matter how bad you may be, there are the worst boyfriends in the world.
It does what it says on the cover, describing various kinds of the worse boyfriends you could have. There is one for your boss buy you, in "50 Bosses Worse Than Yours" and relatives in "50 Worse Relatives Than Yours." If your boss wants to put it on thick, he can get you "50 Worse Jobs Than Yours" too.
Toilet Humor
Someone in the office must have had pranks on his mind when he bought this gift for his colleague. Sure, that may be a dog, but those eyes look human, and when human eyes look at you in the bathroom... you just can't go! You always hear them mention this in the movies, but it is an actual condition.
It's called paruresis, or shy bladder syndrome, and is the second most common phobia after the fear of public speaking. This is often discovered when people are in school and use communal toilets for the first time. Maybe the receiver doesn't have the condition. Why else would they have installed their gift?
Doing It Like The Late Great Hef
Hugh Hefner was renowned for many things. Founding Playboy magazine, living in the Playboy mansion, and having a string of girlfriends who lived with him in the mansion. The one other thing that Hefner did well was looking good in a robe.
It's as if that robe was permanently fixed to Hefner's body, although he did wear different colors. Some people just want to be like the Hef, and that's what this 'Daddy Clause' robe is for. Forget the reference to Santa clause, this daddio is pulling his best Hefner expression, and all he needs now is some pretty women superimposed next to him on the green screen.
Not impressed
Someone in this relationship is a Star Wars fan, and it isn't the lady in the picture. She doesn't look very amused with her Chewbacca hoodie, making her look like she's wearing a Chewie suit. We suppose this is a case of the thing that people do for love.
Wearing a Wookie outfit can't be too bad during the winter chill, with the fur serving as the perfect insulation against the cold. These are available on Amazon for $99, and who knows, maybe this better half will learn to love her new jacket. We wonder if her husband got a matching Han Solo jacket, too.
Getting Straight To The Point
What's that old analogy? A mechanic's car is never running properly, the plumbing in a plumber's house is never right, a builder's house is always falling apart. The common consensus here is that the person is so busy doing their trade for people and making money that they can't do it for themselves.
In this instance, the idea isn't that the engineer's plate is so full that the engineering at his house (whatever that may be) isn't working right. It implies thought that he is so preoccupied with working with numbers that he (or she) can't even spell the name of their profession. Great way to show it with this gift.
There's Your Trip To London
Some gifts take months to come together. This is either because the person is saving or because it is a multi-faceted gift that requires some work. Or sometimes it's just a gift that is set for a pre-determined date, like, say, a trip to London over Christmas.
Of course, a trip to London requires all of those aspects, and can also be expensive over the holidays, with prices usually skyrocketing during this period. That is why this guy "trolling" his girlfriend could just be a ploy because he won't admit he couldn't afford to take his now ex-girlfriend to London. Maybe all he could afford was this Big Ben puzzle.
Sweet Dreams Are (Not) Made Of These
Some think that another person is so obsessed with them that they would want to see them all the time. While social media and WhatsApp have made it easier for us to see and contact the people we hold dearest more frequently. So why still give someone a duvet with your face on it?
Maybe the person on the duvet wasn't getting the attention he wanted? Or he wanted to be with this person in their dreams. There are standard ways of doing that. Like spending time with them, captivating them, and making them wish you were around. All of which can also be done on WhatsApp and social media.