Youth size chart

How to Measure Youth’s Shirts?

To measure a shirt for a boy or a girl and be sure that it will fit just perfectly, the parent has to take a measuring tape and wrap it around the chest of the child to specify the chest size. However, it is not the only piece of information that is needed while making purchases both in brick-and-mortar and online stores. Arm length, shirt length, and child’s height have also be known in order to avoid purchasing a shirt that is too small or too loose. All the measurements can be taken when a child is standing straight in his or her beloved apparel in front of the mirror, as well as the parent may decide to take measurements of the currently used, comfortable item after the child takes it off. We strongly recommend the first solution, as it will allow to make adjustments basing on kid’s body type and preferences.

Boys’ youth Size Chart for Shirts

Size	XS	XS	S	S	M	L	L	XL	XL	XXL
Kids size	4	5	6	7	8	10	12	14	16	18
Age	3 – 4	4 – 5	5 – 6	6 – 7	7 – 8	8 – 9	9 – 10	10 – 11	11 – 12	12 – 13
Height (inches)	39 – 41 ½	42 – 44 ½	45 – 47 ½	48 – 49 ½	50 – 52	52 ½ – 55 ½	56 – 58	56 ½ – 60 ½	61 – 64	64 ½ – 66 ½
Chest (inches)	23	24	25	26	26 ½	27	28	29 ½	31	32 ½

Girls’ youth Size Chart for Shirts

Size	XS	XS	S	S	M	M	L	L	XL	XL	XXL	XXL
US Size	4	5	6	6X	7	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
Age	3 – 4	4 – 5	5 – 6	6 – 7	6 – 7	7 – 8	8 – 9	9 – 10	10 – 11	11 – 12	12 – 13	13 – 14
Height (inches)	39 – 41 ½	42 – 44 ½	45 – 46 ½	47 – 48 ½	49 – 50 ½	51 – 53	53 ½ – 55	55 ½ – 57 ½	58 – 60	60 – 62	60 – 62	60 – 62
Chest (inches)	23	24	25	26	27	28	29	30 ½	31 ½	33	34	35 ½

How to Measure Youth’s Pants?

It may seem to some people that measuring pants for a young person is the easiest thing in the world. It is not the case, however. One must remember, for example, that a child grows rather quickly and measurements taken about a year ago may not be accurate now. Therefore, before going to the store, the parent has to know such measurements as: waist, hips, inseam, rise, and length. If they are specified correctly, it is then not a difficult task to purchase pants that are not only in line with the preferences of the youngster, but also - with the data we have at our disposal. Many companies have accurate size tables, so we can always compare them with the measurements taken in order to specify which pant size will be the most suitable for our son or daughter.

Boys’ youth Size Chart for Pants

Size	XS	XS	S	S	M	L	L	XL	XL	XXL
Kids size	4	5	6	7	8	10	12	14	16	18
Age	3 – 4	4 – 5	5 – 6	6 – 7	7 – 8	8 – 9	9 – 10	10 – 11	11 – 12	12 – 13
Height (inches)	39 – 41 ½	42 – 44 ½	45 – 47 ½	48 – 49 ½	50 – 52	52 ½ – 55 ½	56 – 58	56 ½ – 60 ½	61 – 64	64 ½ – 66 ½
Hips (inches)	21 – 22	21 – 22	22 – 23	23 – 24	25 - 26 ½	26 ½ - 27 ½	26 ½ - 27 ½	28 ½ - 30 ½	30 ½ - 32	32 - 34
Waist (inches)	21 - 22	21 - 22	22 - 22 ½	22 ½ - 23	23 – 24 ½	24 ½ - 25 ½	25 ½ - 26 ½	26 ½ - 28	28 – 29 ½	29 ½ - 31

Girls’ youth Size Chart for Pants

Size	XS	XS	S	S	M	M	L	L	XL	XL	XXL	XXL
US Size	4	5	6	6X	7	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
Age	3 – 4	4 – 5	5 – 6	6 – 7	6 – 7	7 – 8	8 – 9	9 – 10	10 – 11	11 – 12	12 – 13	13 – 14
Heights (inches)	39 – 41 ½	42 – 44 ½	45 – 46 ½	47 – 48 ½	49 – 50 ½	51 – 53	53 ½ – 55	55 ½ – 57 ½	58 – 60	60 – 62	60 – 62	60 – 62
Waist (inches)	21	21 ½	22	23	24	25	26	27	28	29	30	31
Hips (inches)	23	24	25 ½	26 ½	28	29 ½	30 ½	32	33	34 ½	35 ½	36

How to Measure Hat Sizes?

In this case, all you have to do is to tightly wrap a measuring tape around the head of the child. Then compare the result with the one provided in inches or centimeters in the size chart. Sometimes it may be a good idea to purchase a hat or any other type of protective gear that is a bit bigger, as the head of the kid will gradually get bigger with age. While opting for the discussed solution, we can be sure that even if the child develops with age, the purchased item will fit the head of our daughter or son!

Size	XS	S	M	L
Age	1 – 3	4 - 6	7 - 10	12 - 14
Head circumference (inches)	19.5	20.5	21.5	22.5

Tips to Find the Perfect Fit

As you can easily see - taking measurements is rather easy, especially if you know what you are doing! Do not hesitate to take all the measurements that you may need - even if they turn out to be of no importance, you will be better informed about your child’s body type, posture, and overall size, which will make it remarkably easier for you to make more informed purchases both now and in the future. It is also a sensible idea to keep them written down for reference. You should also make sure to compare the measurements with the ones provided by the producer during every shopping session, as you have to keep in mind that every company has its own charts and guides, as well as updates them on regular basis. Do not assume that hat, shirt, shoe, or trousers sizes have not changed since last season - it may be a really big mistake! Last but not least - if you are sure that the measurements you have taken are accurate and you have decided to make purchases online, before finalizing the order you should check the reviews posted by other customers in order to check whether a given item of apparel looks as good in real life as it does in the photos presented to you on the website. It will also help you specify whether or not a particular item is made out of materials characterized by a satisfactory quality and its longevity will be optimal.

We hope that all the provided pieces of information will make not only the process of measuring, but also of purchasing items of apparel for your children very easy, pleasant, and effortless. It is not a difficult task per se, you only have to approach it equipped with basic knowledge that has been provided within the framework of this article. If you happen to have some additional questions, do not hesitate to contact our representatives who will be more than glad to dispel all your doubts!

Youth brands

• Gildan Youth size chart
• Sorel
• Crocs Kids
• Ecco Youth
• Timberland Youth size chart