Christmas Suspenders
Posted by Walter Schulz on Nov 8th 2026
Christmas suspenders are the easiest way to look festive without going full costume. Wear a holiday print for ugly sweater and office parties, solid burgundy or hunter green for Christmas dinner and church, and matching colors with the kids for family photos. Our Christmas suspenders come in festive prints in both X-back and Y-back styles, handcrafted in the USA and ready to ship.
Below you will find outfit ideas for every holiday event this season, our top Christmas picks, and tips to make sure your order arrives in time.
Christmas Suspender Ideas for Every Holiday Event
| Occasion | What to Wear | Suspenders |
|---|---|---|
| Ugly sweater party (National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day is Friday, Dec 18) |
Loud sweater or an open cardigan over a festive tee | Christmas print X-back, worn under the open cardigan |
| Office holiday party | Dress shirt, chinos or wool trousers, optional vest | Christmas print Y-back, or solid burgundy |
| Christmas Eve dinner or church | White shirt, tie, grey or navy suit trousers | Burgundy or hunter green button-on |
| Family Christmas photos | Matching shirts or flannels in one color story | Matching colors for dad and kids |
| Christmas morning | Flannel shirt or henley and jeans | Hunter green or a Christmas print with clips |
| New Year's Eve | Dark suit or tuxedo, crisp white shirt | Black, burgundy, or deep navy |
How to Style Christmas Suspenders
- Let one thing be loud. With a print, keep the shirt solid: white, light blue, or grey. With a busy ugly sweater, go for solid red or green straps.
- Pick up a color. Match the strap color to your tie, bow tie, pocket square, or sweater for a planned look. Our suspenders color guide has more pairings.
- Layer them. Suspenders under an open cardigan, vest, or blazer look great and let you reveal them when the party warms up.
- Skip the belt. Suspenders hold your pants up, so there is no need for a belt, and no squeezing after the big holiday dinner.
- Get the fit right. Check our sizing guide before you order, especially when buying for someone else.
Our Top Christmas Suspenders
1. Most Festive: Christmas Suspenders - X-Back 1.5 Inch
Our holiday prints on 1.5 inch stretch elastic with an X-back that stays centered all night. Choose brass clips, nickel clips, or trigger snaps. Perfect for ugly sweater parties, office parties, and Christmas morning, and handcrafted in the USA.
$28.95
2. Best for Dressy Events: Christmas Suspenders - Y-Back
The same festive prints in a Y-back design that lies flat under a blazer or vest. A fun touch for Christmas Eve dinner or a holiday party where you still want to look sharp when the jacket comes off.
$28.95
3. Classic Holiday Red: 1.5" Y-Back Button Suspenders - Burgundy
Not into prints? Deep burgundy says Christmas without shouting it. Pair it with a white shirt and grey or navy trousers for church, a formal dinner, or holiday photos.
$18.97
4. Classic Holiday Green: Hunter Green 2" X-Back Two Pin Clips
Hunter green looks great with jeans, flannel, and a cozy sweater for tree farms, family gatherings, and Christmas morning. Strong two-pin clips hold tight on denim.
$25.97
5. For Matching Family Photos: Kids 1" Button Suspenders
Match the little ones to dad for Christmas card photos and visits with Santa. Available in many colors, so the whole family can coordinate in red, green, or burgundy.
$16.95
Matching Suspenders for Family Christmas Photos
Matching dad and son suspenders are one of the most popular holiday photo looks, and they are simple to pull off:
- Choose one color story, like red and white, green and cream, or burgundy and grey.
- Match the suspenders, not everything else. Dad and the kids in the same strap color, with shirts that coordinate.
- Size kids right. Kids button suspenders come in many colors, so you can match them to dad's pair.
- Order early. Give yourself time for delivery before photo day.
Planning a holiday wedding instead? See our groomsmen suspenders guide.
Christmas Suspenders Make Great Gifts
Holiday prints make a fun gift on their own, and a great add-on to a bigger present. For more ideas for dads, groomsmen, travelers, and big and tall guys, see our best suspender gifts for men.
Order in Time for Christmas
Most orders ship the same or next business day, but carriers get busy in December, so order as early as you can. Need it by a certain date? Add the date in the Comments box at checkout, or call us at 414-212-5851 and we will help.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Christmas suspenders?
Mars Suspenders offers Christmas suspenders in festive holiday prints in both X-back and Y-back styles, with clip or trigger snap attachments. They are handcrafted in the USA, and most orders ship the same or next business day.
How do you wear suspenders with an ugly Christmas sweater?
Wear the suspenders over a festive t-shirt or button-down and leave an open cardigan or zip sweater over them so the straps peek out. With a pullover sweater, the suspenders go underneath, so pick a print that shows at the waist or take the sweater off later in the party.
What color suspenders are best for Christmas?
Festive prints are the most fun, while solid burgundy and hunter green are classic holiday colors that also work all year. For dressy Christmas events, burgundy with a white shirt and grey or navy trousers is a sharp choice.
Are suspenders a good Christmas gift?
Yes. Suspenders are practical, personal, and come in options for every kind of guy, from work suspenders to leather to fun holiday prints, with many great picks under $30.
When should I order suspenders to arrive before Christmas?
Order as early as you can in December. Most Mars Suspenders orders ship the same or next business day, but holiday carrier delays are common. If you need it by a date, add it in the Comments box at checkout or call 414-212-5851.