Bella+Canvas vs Gildan: which size fits the same?
In tees, a Bella+Canvas L is closest to a Gildan L (the same around). In long sleeves, a Bella+Canvas L is closest to a Gildan M (2″ snugger).
Tees
Bella+Canvas and Gildan tees measure about the same at the same size (within ¾″ around). A Bella+Canvas L is closest to a Gildan L (the same around).
| Bella+Canvas | Chest · length | Closest Gildan | Chest · length | Gildan is |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bella+Canvas XS | 32¼″ · 26″ | Gildan XS | 31¼″ · 26″ | 1″ snugger |
| Bella+Canvas S | 35¼″ · 27″ | Gildan S | 35¼″ · 27″ | the same around |
| Bella+Canvas M | 39¼″ · 27¾″ | Gildan M | 39¼″ · 27¾″ | the same around |
| Bella+Canvas L | 43″ · 28¾″ | Gildan L | 43″ · 28¾″ | the same around |
| Bella+Canvas XL | 47″ · 29¾″ | Gildan XL | 47″ · 29¾″ | the same around |
| Bella+Canvas XXL | 51″ · 30¾″ | Gildan XXL | 51″ · 30¾″ | the same around |
| Bella+Canvas 3XL | 55″ · 31¾″ | Gildan 3XL | 55″ · 31¾″ | the same around |
From Bella+Canvas: Bella+Canvas Unisex Jersey Short Sleeve Tee (3001), Bella+Canvas Unisex Triblend Short Sleeve Tee (3413), Bella+Canvas Unisex Heather CVC Short Sleeve Tee (3001CVC). From Gildan: Gildan Heavy Cotton T-Shirt (5000), Gildan Ultra Cotton T-Shirt (2000), Gildan Softstyle T-Shirt (64000), Gildan DryBlend T-Shirt (8000). Relaxed and oversized cuts are left out.
Long sleeves and layers
Gildan long sleeves measure about 2″ more around than Bella+Canvas at the same size. A Bella+Canvas L is closest to a Gildan M (2″ snugger).
| Bella+Canvas | Chest · length | Closest Gildan | Chest · length | Gildan is |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bella+Canvas XS | 32¼″ · 26″ | none close | ||
| Bella+Canvas S | 35¼″ · 27″ | Gildan XS | 35¼″ · 25″ | the same around |
| Bella+Canvas M | 39¼″ · 27¾″ | Gildan M | 41¼″ · 27¼″ | 2″ roomier |
| Bella+Canvas L | 43″ · 28¾″ | Gildan M | 41¼″ · 27¼″ | 2″ snugger |
| Bella+Canvas XL | 47″ · 29¾″ | Gildan L | 45″ · 28¼″ | 2″ snugger |
| Bella+Canvas XXL | 51″ · 30¾″ | Gildan XL | 49″ · 29¼″ | 2″ snugger |
| Bella+Canvas 3XL | 55″ · 31¾″ | Gildan XXL | 53″ · 30¼″ | 2″ snugger |
From Bella+Canvas: Bella+Canvas Unisex Jersey Long Sleeve Tee (3501). From Gildan: Gildan Heavy Cotton Long Sleeve T-Shirt (5400), Gildan Ultra Cotton Long Sleeve T-Shirt (2400), Gildan Heavy Blend Hooded Sweatshirt (18500), Gildan Heavy Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt (18000). Relaxed and oversized cuts are left out.
More: Bella+Canvas sizing · Gildan sizing
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Garment measurements: the shirt itself, chest all the way around and length from shoulder to hem, from each brand's own chart or wholesale spec sheet, checked November 2026. Shirts with half or more cotton are shown as they come out of a dryer (about 2% less around and 4% shorter). Brands change their cuts, so check the shop's chart before you buy.