Hanes vs Sunspel: which size fits the same?
In tees, a Hanes L is closest to a Sunspel XL (1″ roomier).
Tees
Hanes tees measure about 2¼″ more around than Sunspel at the same size. A Hanes L is closest to a Sunspel XL (1″ roomier).
| Hanes | Chest · length | Closest Sunspel | Chest · length | Sunspel is |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanes S | 35¼″ · 27″ | Sunspel XS | 34¾″ · 26″ | ½″ snugger |
| Hanes M | 39¼″ · 27¾″ | Sunspel M | 39½″ · 27″ | the same around |
| Hanes L | 43″ · 28¾″ | Sunspel XL | 44″ · 28½″ | 1″ roomier |
| Hanes XL | 47″ · 29¾″ | Sunspel XXL | 46¼″ · 29¼″ | ¾″ snugger |
| Hanes XXL | 51″ · 31¾″ | none close | ||
| Hanes 3XL | 55″ · 32¾″ | none close |
From Hanes: Hanes Beefy-T (5180), Hanes Essential-T (5280), Hanes Authentic T-Shirt (5250), Hanes Perfect-T (4980). 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.