Naked Santas, guns and posed pets… 11 of the most hilariously awkward festive family photos ever taken

CHRISTMAS is a time for family and photos but, as these pictures prove, sometimes the combo of the two can lead to slightly awkward snaps.

The festive season may be a time to go all out and that’s certainly what this bunch have done – but we’re not entirely sure this selection of shots quite capture the spirit of Christmas…

But, each to their own, we guess.

Here are 11 of the most awkward festive snaps.

Naughty list for this one...

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Who says that pets aren't part of the family?

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Christmas... a time for the whole family to lock and load?

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What did Santa bring this bunch?

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Time to perfect that Christmas pose

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Please don't use this as a postcard

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What a selection of poses

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At least he kept his hat on...

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Are we the only ones left completely baffled by this snap?

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Hot pants, a leotard and a cheerleader costume... what could be more festive?

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This has scarred us for life

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