How to measure a sweatshirt?

Loose or fitted. With or without a hood. In natural cotton or synthetic material. Sweatshirts are a very popular item of clothing. For this reason, clothing manufacturers are rushing to design ever new cuts and patterns.

In the offer of Militaria.pl you will find tactical, military, sports or everyday sweatshirts - single-coloured, multicoloured and in camouflage. At the same time, we know that just choosing the type or colour is only the first part of your shopping. The second, much more important, is choosing the right size of sweatshirt. In this article, we focus precisely on the second aspect.

Sweatshirts sizing

Sweatshirt sizes are generally described in letters. The size chart for men's sweatshirts usually starts with XS and women's with XXS. This is followed by S, M, L, XL, XXL. Some manufacturers, such as the Greek Pentagon, also offer extra-large models like 3XL or even 4XL. The naming of the sizes comes from the English words small (S), medium (M) and large (L). The smallest and largest sweatshirt sizes are additionally described with the letter X from the word extra.

Although most manufacturers use the same type of sweatshirt sizing, it is worth knowing that individual models can vary significantly in size. This is mainly due to the assumptions made by the manufacturer in question regarding the dimensions of the product. For example, American companies often design garments with larger dimensions than European manufacturers. Sometimes an American L may be the same size as a European XL or even a 2XL..

Women's and men's sweatshirt sizes

The size chart for women's sweatshirts will differ significantly from the size chart for men's sweatshirts. First of all, it is worth knowing that, for example, a female S is not the same as a male S. Men's blouses are longer and wider in the chest, while women's blouses are generally wider in the hips.

How do I size a sweatshirt for my height? First of all, it is worth checking the size chart of the sweatshirt you are interested in. Sometimes manufacturers specify the height in it. For example, the Polish brand 4F creates a table in this way. In addition to height, their table also includes chest circumference, waist circumference and hip circumference. If the table does not tell you which sweatshirt size fits your height, then check the overall length and compare it with your measurements. You will find information on how to take measurements later in the text. See the image below to find, for example, the size chart for 4F women's sweatshirts.

You will find a size chart on each product card.

Sometimes, although quite rarely, manufacturers list the European sizes of sweatshirts. Below, we will post an example table showing indicatively which numerical sizes correspond to the letter sizes. The example refers to European sizes for women's blouses.

Children's sweatshirt sizes

The size charts for children's sweatshirts differ from those for adult garments. While in the case of adults the main parameter we should pay attention to when choosing a sweatshirt is the width, in the case of children's clothing the length is more important. For this reason, the numerical sizes of children's sweatshirts generally reflect the maximum height.

How to measure the measurements of a sweatshirts?

How to measure a sweatshirt? When we buy clothes in a stationary shop, the matter is simple. To find out the right size of a men's or women's blouse, all we have to do is take it to the changing room and try it on. We always do this before going to the checkout. When shopping online, the order is usually the other way around. For this reason, it is very important that there is a precise size chart next to the product so that we can accurately answer the question of what size sweatshirt to choose. To do this, we first need to know our own measurements.

These are the dimensions you may need:

• width or circumference at chest height,
• width or circumference at waist or hip level,
• overall length,
• sleeve length.

In order to know the measurements of a blouse, you need to know how to measure it. We can check the aforementioned measurements in two ways by measuring your favourite garment or your body. In the first case, to get the answer to the question of what size sweatshirt, lay it flat on a table with the arms spread out to the sides. In the video below you can see how to measure a sweatshirt to choose the right size.

In the video, we show you how to measure a sweatshirt correctly before choosing the right size.

Then, using a tape measure, measure the width from one armpit to the other. This will give you the width at cage height one. To get the circumference, multiply this value times two. Sometimes manufacturers also specify the width at the waist or hips. Measure it in the same way as the width at the chest, except that the tape measure should be placed lower.

The next important measurement is the sleeve length. Depending on the manufacturer, it can be measured in three ways from the neck, from the shoulder or from the armpit. The arm length from the neck is measured from the point of the first seam located behind the neckband or at the point where the hood or collar joins the arm. Measure the length of the arm from the shoulder starting at the point of the seam and running the tape down to the very end of the sleeve. Some manufacturers measure the sleeve on the inside, starting at the underarm seam. Refer to the sweatshirt size chart for information on how the measurement was taken.

Back length and overall length are other important measurements of a sweatshirt. How do you measure them? To measure, lay the garment flat so that the back is facing up. Place the measuring tape underneath the drawstring at the neck, exactly where the seam connects the drawstring to the rest of the garment. Pull the tape measure all the way down. For hooded sweatshirts, start where the seam connects the hood to the back. The same applies to sweatshirts with a stand-up collar. In this case, the measuring tape should be applied at the point where the seam connects the collar to the rest of the sweatshirt. The length of the back is often also the overall length of the sweatshirt.

The infographic above shows where to measure a sweatshirt.

Jak mierzyć wymiary ciała?

The second way to get an answer to the question of how to measure a blouse size is to check your body measurements. In this case, it is best to ask for help from another person who, using a tailor's tape measure, will check your measurements accurately. To measure your chest circumference, pass the tape measure around your chest at armpit level. Some manufacturers may also specify the circumference at breast height and the circumference of the abdomen. These types of measurements are usually taken simply at the point where you are at your widest. When measuring the circumference, be relaxed. Do not pull your abdomen in or take in or let out all the air. The measurement should reflect your natural, everyday posture.

To measure the overall length, place the tape measure where the neck ends and the shoulders begin. Check the measurement by pulling the tape measure down to the hips. The sleeve length is checked in three ways, which we have basically already described above. Some manufacturers give measurements measured from the neck, some from the shoulder and some from the armpit. In the first case, we place the measuring tape at the point where the neck transitions to the shoulder and pull down the arm as far as the wrist. In the second case, we start the measurement at the point where the shoulder passes into the arm and also measure all the way down to the wrist. We took the previous measurements on the outside of the body. The third arm length measurement is taken on the inside. We start it at armpit level and end it behind the wrist.

How do you measure a sweatshirt size accurately? Almost everyone has a classic tape measure at home. The situation is different with a tailor's tape measure. So you might be tempted to measure with the former. However, it is worth knowing that it has a semi-rigid construction, which makes it much more difficult to take an accurate measurement. We therefore strongly recommend the use of a tailor's tape measure, which will allow you to accurately measure the circumference of your chest, abdomen or hips.

The infographic shows how to measure your own body to get the right size sweatshirt.

How to choose the right size sweatshirt - summary

What are men's sweatshirt sizes and women's sizes? How do you measure a sweatshirt? We hope our article has answered these and other questions. Remember that good online shops should always have a size chart next to the product description. Use it to choose your size. If your measurements show that you are on the borderline of two sizes then the safer option is to choose a larger model. Then there is no risk of the garment being too tight.

At Militara.pl, we try to describe the tables precisely so that our customers can easily find the size for themselves. At the same time, we know that this is not always successful. For this reason, our customers have the opportunity to return the wrong size within 30 days of purchase.You can make a refund indefinitely if you decide to join the Loyalty Club (KSK) We encourage you to register!