Archie Giant Series Magazine #453
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Hang Loose," Betty’s holiday plans hit a snag when she can’t afford the perfect sweater for Archie, leaving her heart set on a gift that’s just out of reach. Veronica, ever the rival, sees her chance and snatches up the last two sweaters before Betty can return—setting off a chain of events that brings Mr. Lodge into the mix in a way no one expected. With Dan DeCarlo’s expressive art and George Gladir’s sharp, character-driven storytelling, this 1976 classic captures the playful rivalry and heartfelt moments that define the Archie universe, all wrapped in Stan Goldberg’s vibrant cover.
Archie and Reggie face detention on the Friday before Christmas vacation after celebrating a little too hard, leaving Betty and Veronica to quietly plot a cookie-smuggling mission past Mr. Weatherbee. With holiday cheer on the line, the girls navigate the school halls with a mix of stealth and sisterly solidarity.
In "Christmas Miss," Betty’s holiday plans hit a snag when she can’t afford the perfect sweater for Archie—only to see Veronica snatch up the last two before she can return. With the gift now out of reach, Mr. Lodge steps in with a move that’s as unexpected as it is generous.
In "Cool Yule," Archie’s holiday shopping takes a surprising turn when Veronica catches him buying her a gift, while Ethel proudly shows off her present from Jughead. Meanwhile, Jughead discreetly rings the Salvation Army bell from a cozy, sheltered spot—adding a touch of quiet cheer to the season.
In "Give Till It Hurts," Reggie’s attempt to dodge holiday chores backfires when he fakes a back injury to avoid helping Betty and Veronica put up the Lodge Christmas tree. His ploy earns him an unexpected reward — Veronica’s idea of a "special" gift, which promises to turn his day into something far more memorable than he bargained for.
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Reprinted in Archie... Archie Andrews, Where Are You? Comics Digest Magazine #60 (1989), Archie Comics Digest #94 (1989), Archie's Double Digest Magazine #70 (1994), Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #49 (1995), Archie's Double Digest Magazine #105 (1999), Archie's Pals 'n' Gals Double Digest Magazine #54 (2001), Archie's Double Digest Magazine #148 (2004), Archie's Holiday Fun Digest #9 (2004), Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #129 (2005), Archie's Holiday Fun Digest #12 (2007), Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #156 (2008), Archie & Friends Double Digest Magazine #21 (2012), World of Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #23 (2013), Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #274 (2017), B&V Friends Double Digest Magazine #265 (2019), Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #268 (2019), Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #278 (2019), Archie and Me Comics Digest #23 (2020), Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #304 (2020), B&V Friends Double Digest Magazine #276 (2020), The Best of Archie Christmas Comics #[nn] (2020), Archie Showcase Digest #9 (2022), Archie Showcase Digest #19 (2024), Archie Showcase Digest #21 (2025)
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