Size Guide for Men's T-Shirts
Short answer: Find your t-shirt size as a man by measuring your chest at its widest point and comparing it with the brand's chart. The chest measurement decides the size, while the fit decides how the t-shirt hangs on your body.
How to use a t-shirt size guide
Measure around your chest at the widest point, usually just below the armpits, with your arms hanging relaxed at your sides. Keep the tape level and do not pull it tight. Then look up the figure with the brand you plan to buy, such as the JBS of Denmark size guide for men or the Resteröds size guide.
Measure a t-shirt you already like
A useful check is to lay a t-shirt you already like flat on a table and measure the width from armpit to armpit. Double the figure and you have roughly the t-shirt's circumference. Many charts show body measurements, so remember that a t-shirt is always a little wider than the body wearing it.
Men's t-shirt sizes and fit
Two t-shirts in the same size can fit very differently if one is slim fit and the other regular. Slim fit is narrower over the stomach and sleeves, while regular gives more room all the way down. Look at both size and fit when you compare models, and read the product description carefully before you order.
Bamboo hangs differently from cotton
Bamboo viscose hangs heavier and softer than cotton and sits closer to the body. A bamboo t-shirt can therefore feel more fitted than a cotton one in the same size, even when the measurements match. That is not a flaw but a property of the fabric. Read more in the comparison of bamboo and cotton t-shirts.
Length matters too
The chest measurement decides the size, but the length decides whether the t-shirt stays tucked in or rides up when you lift your arms. If you are tall, check the length in the chart. If you are shorter, a long model may hang too low. Measure from the shoulder at the collar down to the length you prefer.
When you are between two sizes
If your chest measurement is right on the line, the choice depends on how you will wear the t-shirt. If it should sit close under a shirt or jumper, the smaller size is often better, because bamboo gives a little. If you want it loose for everyday wear and training, the larger size is the safe choice.
Avoid shrinking from the wrong wash
Wash too hot and a t-shirt can shrink and suddenly feel a size smaller. Wash at 30 degrees, use a mild detergent and skip the tumble dryer, and the size will hold. Hang the t-shirt on a hanger or lay it flat to dry. That way it keeps both length and width, wash after wash.
Browse the t-shirts
Once you know your chest measurement and preferred fit, finding the right model is easy. Browse the bamboo t-shirts for men, where you can compare brands, colours and cuts. Check the chart for each model, because the boundaries between sizes vary from brand to brand, even within the same category.
The complete guide to sizes
This guide is about t-shirts, but the method is the same for underwear, nightwear and sweatshirts: measure your body, look up the brand's chart and allow for fit and fabric. For the full overview, read our size guide for bamboo clothing. It explains how to measure chest, waist and hips correctly.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find my t-shirt size as a man?
Measure around your chest at the widest point with relaxed arms and compare the figure with the brand's chart. Also check length and fit, since slim fit and regular sit differently.
Do bamboo t-shirts run smaller than cotton t-shirts?
Not necessarily smaller, but bamboo hangs softer and sits closer to the body. That is why a bamboo t-shirt can feel more fitted than a cotton one in exactly the same size.
Can a bamboo t-shirt shrink in the wash?
Yes, if it is washed too hot or goes in the tumble dryer. Wash at 30 degrees with a mild detergent and hang it to dry, and it will keep its size and shape for longer.
See our range of bamboo t shirts for men.
