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National Shapewear Day

Get ready to shape up and celebrate National Shapewear Day! Discover the perfect undergarments to boost your confidence and enhance your curves.

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August 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEAugust 10

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYStyle

SUBCATEGORYFashion

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to embrace your curves and celebrate National Shapewear Day on August 10! This day was created to recognize the impact of shapewear, which has been helping women feel confident and comfortable in their own skin for decades. From corsets to Spanx, shapewear has evolved over time and continues to be a go-to solution for achieving a smooth silhouette. So whether you're heading out for a special occasion or just want some extra support, let's raise our glasses (and our waistlines) to this wonderful invention!

TIMELINE

National Shapewear Day Timeline

Rise of the Corset

In the 1800s, corsets become a popular item in women's fashion, acting as the original form of shapewear by cinching the waist.

Advent of the Girdle

With the flapper era and more flexible, modern styles coming into play, the girdle becomes the preferred shapewear, offering women more freedom of movement than the traditional corset.

Bras and Panty Girdles

The 1950s push a more natural figure, leading to the creation of bras and panty girdles that provide support and control without heavy boning or lacing.

Introduction of Spanx

Sara Blakely invents Spanx, revolutionizing the shapewear industry with comfortable, seamless, and supportive garments designed to be hidden under any type of clothing.

Expansion and Innovation

Shapewear brands expand and innovate, leading to an array of diverse products for all body types and sizes, and offering various levels of control and coverage.

Inauguration of National Shapewear Day

The first National Shapewear Day is celebrated on August 10th, honoring the history and modern influence of shapewear in enhancing women's confidence and self-esteem.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Shapewear Day

Host a shapewear fashion show

Invite your friends over and have a fun shapewear fashion show! Everyone can try on different types of shapewear and show off their favorite outfits.

TRY

Try out different types of shapewear

Celebrate National Shapewear Day by trying out different types of shapewear to find the perfect one for your body type. You might be surprised at how much it can enhance your confidence and style!

ORGANIZE

Organize a shapewear swap party

Gather your friends and have a shapewear swap party! Everyone can bring their gently used shapewear to exchange with each other, saving money and giving new life to old pieces.

CREATE

Create DIY shapewear

Get creative and make your own shapewear! Use old tights or leggings and cut them into the desired shape to create a budget-friendly and unique shapewear piece.

Share your love for shapewear on social media

Join the conversation and share your favorite shapewear pieces, tips, and tricks on social media using the hashtag #NationalShapewearDay. You might even inspire others to try it out for themselves!

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Shapewear Day

Shapewear is accessible for all body types

No matter your size or shape, there is shapewear available in various styles and sizes to cater to everyone's needs. National Shapewear Day celebrates inclusivity and empowers individuals to embrace their bodies with confidence!

Shapewear boosts our confidence

National Shapewear Day is a day to celebrate and appreciate the wonders of shapewear. It has the power to smooth out our curves and give us the confidence to rock any outfit, making us feel great about ourselves!

It can help with posture and support

Not only does shapewear make us look good on the outside, it also offers some practical benefits. It helps improve posture and provide support for our core muscles, making it a win-win situation.

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