Men's Shirt Size Chart and Sizing Guide

Do you think buying men's clothing is as much fun as shopping for women's clothing? Most of you would say, "no"! This is most probably because of the less number of options available in men's clothing. While men's wear is limited till different styles of shirts, jackets and trousers, there is a huge variety in ladies apparel. Moreover, men commonly lose patience after taking trial of a few pieces of clothing. Yes, this is one thing men are really lazy about. Most of them just hate to enter the trial room more than once. So, apart from having fewer options, men's shopping can become a tough task due to the same. Well, if you are aware of the size of shirt you need, the whole shopping exercise won't be really tiring and boring. Once you match your actual measurements to the men's shirt measurements, you can find out the right shirt size for yourself. The best part is 'no trial session' required before buying one.

Men's Shirt Size Chart

Here is the chart to help you understand measurements according to the shirt sizes. The sizes usually start with 'small', but in some brands you can also find the 'extra small' size. Also, the largest size varies from brand to brand. Like 2XL is the largest shirt size in some brands and some also have shirts up to 4XL size.

Men's Shirt Sizes	XS	S	M	L	XL	2XL	3XL	4XL
Neck (inches)	13 - 13.5	14 -14.5	15 - 15.5	16 - 16.5	17 - 17.5	18 - 18.5	19 - 19.5	20 - 20.5
Chest (inches)	33 - 34	35 - 37	38 - 40	42 - 44	46 - 48	50 - 52	54 - 56	58 - 60
Waist (inches)	27 - 28	29 - 31	32 - 34	36 - 38	40 - 42	44 - 46	48 - 50	52 - 54
Regular Sleeve (inches)	31½ - 32	32½ - 33	33½ - 34	34½ - 35	35½ - 36	36½ - 37	37½ - 38	38½ - 39
Tall Sleeve (inches)	32 - 33	33 - 34	34 - 35	35 - 36	36 - 37	37 - 38	38 - 39	39 - 40

Taking the Measurements

You can find out your shirt size with the men's shirt size chart given above. Take proper measurements so as to know the perfect shirt size for yourself and opt for the right piece whenever you shop for one. Here are a few tips on the right way of taking your measurements. A measuring tape is all that you need for checking out which size among various men's shirt sizes is right for you. Place the measure tape flat and keep your posture straight while taking measurements. Remember to measure in inches to match the men's shirt sizing.

Chest Size: Keep your arms by your sides. Place the measure tape across your shoulder blades, under your arms and measure around the fullest part of your chest and check the measurement.

Sleeve Size: Keep your arms relaxed at your sides and slightly bent. Measure from the center of the back of your neck till your shoulder and down the arm up to the outer side of your wrist.

Neck Size: Take a shirt which fits you perfectly. Measure the collar of this shirt. Before you measure it, button the collar and place measuring tape flat, starting from the button. Wrap it all the way around the inner side of collar, until it meets the starting point.

The men's shirt size chart given above mentions the US Standard men's clothing sizes. You can just check your actual measurements to find out your size from XS to 4XL sizes given in aforementioned chart before you leave for shopping. This is a helpful piece for women who shop for their husband. This will save your time and help you get a well-fitted and smart-looking shirt.