Gildan vs Hanes: which size fits the same?
In tees, a Gildan L is closest to a Hanes L (the same around).
Tees
Gildan and Hanes tees measure about the same at the same size (within ¾″ around). A Gildan L is closest to a Hanes L (the same around).
| Gildan | Chest · length | Closest Hanes | Chest · length | Hanes is |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gildan XS | 31¼″ · 26″ | none close | ||
| Gildan S | 35¼″ · 27″ | Hanes S | 35¼″ · 27″ | the same around |
| Gildan M | 39¼″ · 27¾″ | Hanes M | 39¼″ · 27¾″ | the same around |
| Gildan L | 43″ · 28¾″ | Hanes L | 43″ · 28¾″ | the same around |
| Gildan XL | 47″ · 29¾″ | Hanes XL | 47″ · 29¾″ | the same around |
| Gildan XXL | 51″ · 30¾″ | Hanes XXL | 51″ · 31¾″ | the same around |
| Gildan 3XL | 55″ · 31¾″ | Hanes 3XL | 55″ · 32¾″ | the same around |
From Gildan: Gildan Heavy Cotton T-Shirt (5000), Gildan Ultra Cotton T-Shirt (2000), Gildan Softstyle T-Shirt (64000), Gildan DryBlend T-Shirt (8000). From Hanes: Hanes Beefy-T (5180), Hanes Essential-T (5280), Hanes Authentic T-Shirt (5250), Hanes Perfect-T (4980). Relaxed and oversized cuts are left out.
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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.