The Windows Ugly Sweater has been shown off by Microsoft on Twitter as a new in-house fashion creation for the holiday season that will be gifted to lucky recipients to help them literally wear their Windows OS pride.
The sweater features a festive design that is emblazoned with the iconic Windows logo from the 90s on the front and back to make it must-have for those looking to relive their glory days using the classic OS. The sweater is part of the mainstream acceptance of ugly Christmas sweaters from something few would be caught wearing to a symbol of the larger anti-fashion movement.
The Windows Ugly Sweater is exclusively being given away by Microsoft to diehard users and isn't available for purchase, which further reinforces the coveted nature of the garment.
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