What is National Hawaiian Shirt Day?
Recognition of the many great contributions Hawaii has made to the nation. This day for set aside for wearing a Hawaiian shirt or Aloha Shirt will celebrate or commemorate these contributions. Participants need not have traveled to Hawaii or be Hawaiian in descent, just wanting to don this particular garment to commemorate or recognize a beautiful moment in their past.
Why was National Hawaiian Shirt Day created?
This day is meant to commemorate beautiful memories of Hawaii, as well as recognizing the many cultural contributions to the nation from this state. The wearing of this garment on Hawaiian Shirt Day signifies one’s connection to and recognition of the unique contributions of the 50th state. The distinct patterns and colors used in these garments are universally recognizable.
How should National Hawaiian Shirt Day be celebrated?
This day should be celebrated by wearing a Hawaiian Shirt (Aloha Shirt) or other distinctively Hawaiian clothing.