Champion vs Gildan: which size fits the same?
In tees, a Champion L is closest to a Gildan XL (1″ roomier).
Tees
Champion tees measure about 3″ more around than Gildan at the same size. A Champion L is closest to a Gildan XL (1″ roomier).
| Champion | Chest · length | Closest Gildan | Chest · length | Gildan is |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champion S | 38″ · 27″ | Gildan M | 39¼″ · 27¾″ | 1¼″ roomier |
| Champion M | 42″ · 28¾″ | Gildan L | 43″ · 28¾″ | 1″ roomier |
| Champion L | 46″ · 30¼″ | Gildan XL | 47″ · 29¾″ | 1″ roomier |
| Champion XL | 50″ · 31¼″ | Gildan XXL | 51″ · 30¾″ | 1″ roomier |
| Champion XXL | 54″ · 32¾″ | Gildan 3XL | 55″ · 31¾″ | 1″ roomier |
| Champion 3XL | 58″ · 33¾″ | none close |
From Champion: Champion Classic T-Shirt (T425), Champion Heritage Jersey T-Shirt (T105). 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.
More: Champion sizing · Gildan sizing
Get your exact size in any of these
Add three shirts you own that fit well. FitCard compares their real measurements with every shirt here and tells you the one size to buy, and why, in terms of your own shirts. Free, no tape measure.
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.