A good shirt fit depends on more than chest size alone. Shoulder width and sleeve length both affect how the shirt sits and moves, so checking all three before you order helps you avoid a shirt that feels tight across the back or loose at the cuffs.

How to Measure

Chest: measure around the fullest part of your chest, keeping the tape flat and level. Shoulder: measure across your back from shoulder seam to shoulder seam. Sleeve: measure from the shoulder seam to your wrist. Body length: measure from the highest point of your shoulder to the bottom hem.

How to Choose Your Size

If you already own a shirt with a fit you like, lay it flat and measure its chest width, shoulder width, and length, then compare those numbers to the size chart instead of guessing from your general clothing size. This method works especially well for shirts, since fit can vary more between brands than it does for looser pieces like sweatshirts. If your measurements land between two sizes, choose based on how close a fit you want through the chest and shoulders.

Fit Notes

Essentials shirts generally use a relaxed fit rather than a slim or fitted cut, giving you extra room through the body and sleeves compared to a standard dress shirt or fitted tee. Some styles within the shirt line run closer to the body than others, so check the fit description on the specific product page in addition to the size chart before ordering.