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These days, however, receiving a sweater is one of my all-time favorite gifts.

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First of all, its extremely practical to keep warm in the winter.

Who doesnt want to snuggle into one starting now through the spring months?

Lets face it: Buying gifts for the guys on your listwhether fashion minded or notis always tricky.

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Theres certainly a variety of kitschy, playful knits on the market to choose from.

Know a cat dad?

This Acne Studioskitty-print sweateris perfect for him.

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Buying for an avid hiker or nature enthusiast?

ThisLeret Leret mushroom-print crewneckis fitting for any forager.

For someone more no-frills, a classic Fair Isle knit or mohair cardigan will kindly just about any dude.

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Ill take oneBode cow sweater, kindly.

I was raised in a farm townits a fitting homage to my roots!

Below, shop 16 fun sweaters for the holiday season.

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