Carhartt vs Polo Ralph Lauren: which size fits the same?
In tees, a Carhartt L is closest to a Polo Ralph Lauren XL (1″ snugger).
Tees
Carhartt tees measure about 4½″ more around than Polo Ralph Lauren at the same size. A Carhartt L is closest to a Polo Ralph Lauren XL (1″ snugger).
| Carhartt | Chest · length | Closest Polo Ralph Lauren | Chest · length | Polo Ralph Lauren is |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carhartt S | 41¼″ · 28″ | Polo Ralph Lauren M | 40¾″ · 27″ | ½″ snugger |
| Carhartt M | 45″ · 28½″ | Polo Ralph Lauren L | 44″ · 27¾″ | 1″ snugger |
| Carhartt L | 49″ · 29″ | Polo Ralph Lauren XL | 48″ · 29¼″ | 1″ snugger |
| Carhartt XL | 53″ · 30″ | Polo Ralph Lauren XXL | 52″ · 30¾″ | 1″ snugger |
| Carhartt XXL | 56¾″ · 31″ | none close | ||
| Carhartt 3XL | 60¾″ · 32″ | none close |
From Carhartt: Carhartt Workwear Pocket Short Sleeve T-Shirt (K87). From Polo Ralph Lauren: Polo Ralph Lauren Classic Fit Jersey Crewneck T-Shirt, Polo Ralph Lauren Custom Slim Fit Jersey Crewneck T-Shirt. Relaxed and oversized cuts are left out.
More: Carhartt sizing · Polo Ralph Lauren 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.