Blog — sizing

Most 8 year olds wear a youth small or youth medium in t-shirts. The right size depends on the child's chest measurement and height, not just their age. An 8 year old who is 4 foot 2 and lean fits youth small. An 8 year old who is 4 foot 6 and stocky needs youth medium. Shirt Sizes for 8 Year Olds by Brand Brand Youth Small Chest (in) Youth Medium Chest (in) Best Fit for Average 8yr Gildan 28-30 30-32 Youth Small Bella+Canvas 26-28 28-30 Youth Medium Comfort Colors 28-30 30-32 Youth Small Next Level 26-28 28-30 Youth Medium...

If you are ordering custom shirts for a team, the sizing is the part that costs you money when you get it wrong. Too many coaches and team managers guess on sizes, end up with shirts nobody can wear, and eat the cost on a reorder. Here is how to get it right the first time. Standard Size Ranges by Brand Brand Youth Sizes Available Adult Sizes Available Fit Style Gildan YXS, YS, YM, YL, YXL S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL Boxy, generous Bella+Canvas YXS, YS, YM, YL, YXL XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL Slim,...

Most 12 year olds wear a youth large or youth XL in t-shirts. At 12, kids are right at the transition point between youth and adult sizing, which is why this age trips up so many parents and coaches. The right size depends on the child's chest measurement and height, not just their age. Shirt Sizes for 12 Year Olds by Brand Brand Youth Large Chest (in) Youth XL Chest (in) Best Fit for Average 12yr Gildan 32-34 34-36 Youth Large Bella+Canvas 30-32 32-34 Youth XL Comfort Colors 32-34 34-36 Youth Large Next Level 30-32 32-34 Youth XL Hanes 32-34...

Most 10 year olds wear a youth medium or youth large in t-shirts. The exact size depends on their height and chest measurement, not just their age. A 10 year old who is 4 foot 6 and lean needs youth medium. A 10 year old who is 4 foot 10 and solid needs youth large. Shirt Sizes for 10 Year Olds by Brand Brand Youth Medium Chest (in) Youth Large Chest (in) Best Fit for Average 10yr Gildan 30-32 32-34 Youth Medium Bella+Canvas 28-30 30-32 Youth Large Comfort Colors 30-32 32-34 Youth Medium Next Level 28-30 30-32 Youth Large Hanes...

Bella+Canvas youth runs slim. If you are used to Gildan or Hanes, expect Bella+Canvas to fit about one size smaller across the chest. The fabric is softer, the cut is more modern, and the sizing reflects that fitted style. Here is the complete breakdown. Bella+Canvas Youth Size Chart Size Chest (in) Body Length (in) Fits Ages Fits Weight (lbs) YXS 22-24 17.5 4-5 32-42 YS 26-28 19.5 6-7 42-52 YM 28-30 21.5 8-10 52-70 YL 30-32 22.5 10-12 70-90 YXL 32-34 24.5 14-16 90-115 Bella+Canvas youth shirts (3001Y) are the most popular choice for brand merchandise, retail-quality youth tees, and...