Blank T-Shirt Size Chart: US vs EU vs Asian Sizes

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A tagged size does not mean the same thing across every blank apparel supplier. US, EU, and Asian size logic often differ in chest width, body length, shoulder width, and fit preference. If you buy blanks in volume, measurement-based sizing matters more than the label on the neck.

Why blank T-shirt sizing changes by market

US sizing usually runs roomier, EU sizing tends to be slimmer, and Asian sizing often runs one step smaller than equivalent US tags. That difference becomes expensive when a wholesale order is built around labels instead of actual measurements.

The safest approach is to compare body measurements, not only size letters. Buyers should always request a supplier spec sheet before confirming a bulk order.

Blank T-shirt size chart comparison

The table below is a practical reference for common chest ranges. Use it as a comparison tool, not as a substitute for your supplier's own spec sheet.

Chest / bust (inches)

Body length (cm)

Common sizing mistakes in wholesale blank apparel

Ordering by tag size only

If you order a medium because your market usually buys medium, you are guessing. Always compare chest width, shoulder width, and length against your own fit target.

Ignoring shrinkage

100% cotton blanks can shrink after the first wash. A 3% to 5% shrinkage window is common depending on fabric, finish, and wash conditions. If your end market is sensitive to fit, pre-shrunk blanks reduce return risk.

Using one size chart for all regions

A brand selling to North America and East Asia may need different fit guidance or even different production specs. One chart rarely serves every market well.

How to build a size chart for your own brand

1. Choose a reference market. Decide whether your baseline fit should follow US, EU, or Asian expectations.
2. Approve measured samples. Review all target sizes before production and record actual measurements.
3. Issue a spec sheet. Include chest, shoulder, body length, sleeve length, shrinkage allowance, and tolerance.
4. Match product page guidance to the approved fit. Tell customers whether the style is regular, slim, oversized, or boxy.

Regional fit tips

• US market: relaxed fit, clearer chest measurements, and visible size charts reduce exchange risk.
• EU market: slimmer fit and cleaner silhouette matter more than loose sizing.
• Asian market: shorter body lengths and narrower cuts are more common, so Western buyers often need to size up.