Gildan vs Uniqlo: which size fits the same?
In tees, a Gildan L is closest to a Uniqlo M (1½″ snugger). In long sleeves, a Gildan L is closest to a Uniqlo M (1″ snugger).
Tees
Uniqlo tees measure about 2″ more around than Gildan at the same size. A Gildan L is closest to a Uniqlo M (1½″ snugger).
| Gildan | Chest · length | Closest Uniqlo | Chest · length | Uniqlo is |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gildan XS | 31¼″ · 26″ | none close | ||
| Gildan S | 35¼″ · 27″ | Uniqlo XS | 37¼″ · 25″ | 2″ roomier |
| Gildan M | 39¼″ · 27¾″ | Uniqlo S | 39¼″ · 26¼″ | the same around |
| Gildan L | 43″ · 28¾″ | Uniqlo M | 41¾″ · 27¼″ | 1½″ snugger |
| Gildan XL | 47″ · 29¾″ | Uniqlo XL | 48″ · 29″ | 1″ roomier |
| Gildan XXL | 51″ · 30¾″ | Uniqlo XXL | 51″ · 29″ | the same around |
| Gildan 3XL | 55″ · 31¾″ | Uniqlo 3XL | 54″ · 30″ | 1″ snugger |
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 Uniqlo: Uniqlo AIRism Cotton Crew Neck T-Shirt, Uniqlo AIRism T-Shirt, Uniqlo SUPIMA Cotton T-Shirt, Uniqlo DRY-EX T-Shirt, Uniqlo DRY Color T-Shirt, Uniqlo DRY Waffle Henley T-Shirt, Uniqlo Crew Neck Short-Sleeve T-Shirt. Relaxed and oversized cuts are left out.
Long sleeves and layers
Uniqlo long sleeves measure about 2″ more around than Gildan at the same size. A Gildan L is closest to a Uniqlo M (1″ snugger).
| Gildan | Chest · length | Closest Uniqlo | Chest · length | Uniqlo is |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gildan XS | 35¼″ · 25″ | none close | ||
| Gildan S | 37¼″ · 26½″ | none close | ||
| Gildan M | 41¼″ · 27¼″ | Uniqlo S | 42″ · 25¾″ | ¾″ roomier |
| Gildan L | 45″ · 28¼″ | Uniqlo M | 44″ · 27″ | 1″ snugger |
| Gildan XL | 49″ · 29¼″ | Uniqlo XL | 50½″ · 29″ | 1½″ roomier |
| Gildan XXL | 53″ · 30¼″ | Uniqlo XXL | 52¾″ · 29¼″ | the same around |
| Gildan 3XL | 56¾″ · 31¼″ | Uniqlo 3XL | 55¾″ · 30″ | 1″ snugger |
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). From Uniqlo: Uniqlo Waffle T-Shirt | Long Sleeve, Uniqlo AIRism Cotton T-Shirt | Long Sleeve, Uniqlo Waffle Henley Neck T-Shirt | Long Sleeve, Uniqlo Sweatshirt. Relaxed and oversized cuts are left out.
More: Gildan sizing · Uniqlo 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.