T-shirt Size Guides

T-shirts brands are 100% preshrunk cotton of high quality thread count like Haynes, Gildan, Anvil etc. 

Some companies replace the tags with their own labels so I do not know the brands used. Some companies change brands depending on availability so other shirts from these companies might have other dimensions. The designs are screen printed directly on the shirt instead of being heat applied decals. They are printed with machines that use air pressure to apply the inks and use less ink than hand screened designs. They have a very soft "hand" to use the industry term. You can return anything that you are not pleased with but you would need to pay the shipping charges. The puff/textured designs have more ink but are still pliable. The shirts hold up well to repeated washings. Unless designated as ladies or scoop neck all shirts are the unisex crew style neckline.

YOUTH SIZESExtra Small: 2-4 

Small: 6-8 

Medium: 10-12 

Large: 14-16 

ADULT SIZES

Small: 34-36

Medium: 38-40 

Large: 42-44 

Extra Large: 46-48 

XX Large: 50-52 

I will accept exchanges if they just don't fit the way you want but you would have to pay the shipping to make the swap. Most shirts are preshrunk but the LB company occasionally used Fruit of the Loom in the past which may shrink more than other brands. I am not sure if they now use FOL beefy shirts which are better at being preshrunk. It is quite frustrating to have no standards but there it is. My theory is when in doubt go large! Thank you for your interest in my site.

Apparel sizing conforms to industry standard and customer expected values. Slight variations are possible between vendors.

Adult's

Women's

Youth's

Measurements are in inches.

The Difference between Ladies Cut and Scoop Neck: The manufacturer describes it as "made specifically for women who want a casual, but feminine look. It is built like a crewneck tee but has a lower ribbed neck and smaller sleeves for a comfortable fit." I think it is not as low as a scooped neck and it may be shorter in the torso than the unisex crew style.

How a T-Shirt Should Fit

It would be nice if T-shirt sizes were standard, and that if every time you picked up a size medium in any store, it was exactly the same size. Unfortunately, a medium in some stores is the size of an extra large in other stores.

Because of the raging disparity in what the size label actually means, it’s difficult to determine what size T-Shirt you should be wearing.

The solution? Stop worrying so much about what size you are. Most likely, you’ll be a different size at every store you visit. Instead, try on a variety of sizes every place you go, and use your best judgment as you evaluate how the shirt looks on you to determine what size to buy.

When determining how a T-shirt should fit, here are some things to look for:

1. Size/Tightness

A T-shirt that fits correctly should be neither too tight nor too loose. If it’s too loose, it’ll hang on you like a box and look completely unflattering. If it’s too tight, it’ll look like you’re squeezed into it and are about to burst the seams at any point — a look that will almost certainly come across as conceited and annoying.

2. Shoulder Seams

The shoulder seams are a good way to tell how well a shirt fits you. Ideally, these seams should reach to the end of your shoulder at the very top of your arm. If they extend down your upper arm, the shirt is too big. If they don’t reach the end of your shoulder, the shirt is too small.

3. Sleeves

The sleeves should extend about halfway down your upper arm. If you’re exceptionally tall, you might be safe wearing sleeves that are slightly longer, as these will look more proportional.

4. Length

The bottom hem of your T-shirt shouldn’t hit any higher than your hips, or it’s too small. It should cover your waistband and extend a few inches past that. If it’s shorter than that, it’ll look like a crop top when you raise your arms. If it’s longer than that, it’ll look like a dress. When trying on a T-shirt, make sure you raise your arms to see how far it rides up.

5. Shape

 Many cheap T-shirts have no shape to them at all. They hang like boxes when you put them on and are extremely unattractive. Search instead for a T-shirt that follows the lines of your body a little more. Avoid any that are cut in the shapes of large squares.

How to Measure Yourself for a T-Shirt

When it comes to choosing a size for a T-shirt, the sizes can be all over the map. This often makes them less than helpful. In some cases, however, the store or brand may provide a sizing chart.

A T-Shirt sizing chart like ours can be helpful because it breaks down a list of measurements and tells you what size those measurements will add up to. This makes it easy to glance at the chart for your size chest, for example, and see what size shirt someone with that measurement ought to wear.

When it comes to measuring yourself for a T-shirt, here are the measurements you should take:

1. Chest

To measure your chest, wrap the tape measure under your armpits and around the fullest part of your chest. It’s important to stand normally, without flexing or puffing out your chest. The tape measure should be snug, but it shouldn’t be so tight that it hampers your breathing.

     2. Length

The bottom hem of your T-shirt should go a few inches below your waistband. To measure the length you need, stand straight and measure from the high point of your shoulder to below your waist.

How to Pick a T-Shirt for Your Body Type

Before you can pick the T-shirt that will look perfect on your body type, you have to know what your body type is. Let’s run through the most common body types briefly.

• Rectangle: This body type is fairly self-explanatory. This means your shoulders and your waist are roughly the same width, giving a rectangular shape. People with this body type tend to be tall and slightly built.
• Oval: The oval body type is very similar to the rectangle build, but it normally involves a larger frame and a softer middle.
• Trapezoid: With this body type, the shoulders are wider than the waist. This is the body type that many associate with a sports star or a traditional Hollywood heartthrob.
• Inverted Triangle: This body type is the trapezoid taken to the extreme. The shoulders are much wider than the waist, and the shoulder-to-waist ratio forms an upside down triangle.
• Non-Inverted Triangle: The exact opposite of the inverted triangle, this body type is distinguished by a waist that is wider than the shoulders.

The general rule of thumb when it comes to T-shirts is the same rule that governs most clothing. If you have muscle, don’t hide it. If you don’t have a lot of muscle, do your best to play up what you do have. And if you’re carrying extra weight, many styles will help you mask that.

A quick breakdown of some of the most common styles of T-shirts includes:

• Slim Fit: This fit is meant to be tighter on your body. This is the perfect T-shirt if you are looking to show off your figure.
• Classic Fit: If you are looking for a looser and comfortable fit a classic fit T-shirt is the perfect choice!
• Modern Fit: Are you looking for a structured and stylish fit that does not hug your body? A modern fit t-shirt is the perfect solution for you.

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