With Christmas just around the corner it's easy to get caught up in the plentifulness of the festive season.
After all, for most of Christmas is about eating mountains of delicious food and enjoying time with our closest friends and family.
But during these long winter months it's important to remember those less fortunate than ourselves, which is why charity events like Christmas Jumper Day are vital at this time of year as they offer the perfect opportunity to combine festive fun while doing some good.
Friday's event will see people across the country go to work or school dressed in a festive Christmas jumper to help create a brighter future for children.
The initiative was thought up by charity Save the Children, who say: Whether you join in at work, at home, at school or down the pub, it’s all about getting everyone together in your daftest woollies. And by donating £2 each, you’ll be giving children the chance to build a better future.”
Christmas Jumper Day is backed by a whole host of celebrities, including Fearne Cotton, Amanda Holden, Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes and Love Island winners Dani Dyer and Jack Fincham.
Jack said: "We're both well festive and love a good Christmas jumper so we're really excited to support Save the Children's Christmas Jumper Day - I'm even going to get the lads in the office to sign up too!
"It's super easy to do by wearing a crazy Christmas Jumper and donating £2 to help make a huge difference to the future of children around the world."
Here's everything you need to know about Christmas Jumper Day, plus how to get involved...
When is Christmas Jumper Day?
Christmas jumper day falls on December 14, so you haven’t got long to decide on the perfect festive jumper design!
If you can’t take part on this day, don’t panic – the Christmas Jumper Day website specifies: “If this day doesn’t work for you – don’t worry! You can take part whenever suits you best.”
How can I take part?
First things first, you’ll need to find yourself a Christmas jumper. Need some inspiration? Check out our handy guide to the best Christmas jumpers.
Those who don their festive knit will be asked to donate £2 to Save the Children.
You can sign up on the Christmas Jumper Day website and get your free fundraising pack.
