Gildan vs Sunspel: which size fits the same?
In tees, a Gildan L is closest to a Sunspel XL (1″ roomier).
Tees
Gildan tees measure about 1½″ more around than Sunspel at the same size. A Gildan L is closest to a Sunspel XL (1″ roomier).
| Gildan | Chest · length | Closest Sunspel | Chest · length | Sunspel is |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gildan XS | 31¼″ · 26″ | none close | ||
| Gildan S | 35¼″ · 27″ | Sunspel XS | 34¾″ · 26″ | ½″ snugger |
| Gildan M | 39¼″ · 27¾″ | Sunspel M | 39½″ · 27″ | the same around |
| Gildan L | 43″ · 28¾″ | Sunspel XL | 44″ · 28½″ | 1″ roomier |
| Gildan XL | 47″ · 29¾″ | Sunspel XXL | 46¼″ · 29¼″ | ¾″ snugger |
| Gildan XXL | 51″ · 30¾″ | none close | ||
| Gildan 3XL | 55″ · 31¾″ | none close |
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 Sunspel: Sunspel Classic T-Shirt. 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.