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\nChoosing a size for someone else is the hardest part of buying a shirt or sweatshirt as a gift. This guide shows you how to get it right without asking the recipient and spoiling the surprise: how to measure a garment they already wear, how to compare it with the measurements on our product pages, how to decide between two sizes, and what to do if the fit is still not right. It also covers mug, canvas and ornament sizes. Whatever you choose, every item can be exchanged within 60 days of delivery with a free return label.
\nOur shirts, sweatshirts and hoodies use these adult size labels, in this order: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL and 5XL. Not every style is offered in every size; the size menu on each product page shows exactly which sizes that style comes in. Styles include a classic tee, a relaxed comfort tee, a long-sleeve tee, a crewneck sweatshirt and a hoodie, and they do not all fit the same way. A classic tee and a sweatshirt in the same size label can have different chest widths and lengths, so always compare with the measurements for the exact style you are buying.
\n| Size label | \nWhere to find its measurements | \nTip | \n
|---|---|---|
| S, M, L | \nThe size details on the product page for the chosen style | \nCompare chest width with a shirt the recipient likes | \n
| XL, 2XL | \nThe size details on the product page for the chosen style | \nCheck body length as well as chest, especially for taller recipients | \n
| 3XL, 4XL, 5XL | \nThe size details on the product page, where the style offers them | \nNot every style runs this large; check the size menu first | \n
We do not publish one universal chart on this page because the measurements differ by style and by the garment used for that style. The product page is always the authority for the item you are ordering. If a product page does not yet show the measurements you need, email support@kinprint.shop with the product name and we will send them to you.
\nThis is the most reliable method, and it works for gifts because you do not need the person to be there. Borrow (or quietly find) a tee or sweatshirt they like the fit of, similar in style to the one you are buying.
\nThen compare your numbers with the measurements listed for each size on the product page. Choose the size whose chest width is closest to your measurement. If the length matters to the recipient (for example, they are tall or prefer a tee that covers the waistband), check that the length is close too.
\nIf you can measure the recipient directly, use a soft tape measure over light clothing:
\nBody measurements and garment measurements are not the same thing. A garment is always wider than the body so that it can be worn comfortably; this extra room is called ease. If a product page lists garment measurements, compare them with a garment the person wears rather than with their body measurement.
\nWhen your measurement falls between two sizes, think about how the recipient likes to wear things:
\n| If the recipient… | \nChoose | \nWhy | \n
|---|---|---|
| Likes a relaxed, roomy fit or wears layers underneath | \nThe larger size | \nExtra room for movement and layering | \n
| Prefers a closer, neater fit | \nThe smaller size | \nLess fabric at the waist and sleeves | \n
| Is buying a sweatshirt or hoodie for cold weather | \nThe larger size | \nComfortable over a shirt or sweater | \n
| Is a teenager who likes an oversized look | \nOne size up from their usual | \nOversized tees are often worn deliberately loose | \n
| Is an older grandparent who values comfort | \nThe larger size | \nEasier to put on and more comfortable to sit in | \n
Cotton garments can relax slightly with wear and may tighten a little if washed hot or tumble-dried on high heat. Following the care instructions on the product page (cool wash, inside out, low heat) helps the fit stay as it was on the first day.
\nOrdering matching shirts for a reunion, a holiday photo or a family trip means collecting sizes for several people. A simple way to do it:
\nIf one shirt does not fit, it can be exchanged on its own within 60 days of delivery, with the same personalisation and a free return label.
\nGrandparents often live in another city, state or country, which makes a quiet measurement impossible. A few ideas that families use: ask another relative who visits often to check the size label of a sweatshirt Grandma wears; look at recent family photos to judge whether Grandpa prefers a loose or close fit; or ask casually what size they would buy for themselves in a store. If you still cannot decide, choose the larger of two sizes and a comfortable style such as a crewneck sweatshirt. If it turns out to be wrong, the recipient can send it back with our free label and we exchange it directly with them, keeping the same names.
\nOur mugs come in two capacities. The 11 oz mug is the everyday size, suited to a standard cup of coffee or tea and to most coffee machines. The 15 oz mug is taller and holds a larger drink, for people who like one big refill instead of two small ones. If the recipient uses a pod coffee machine, check that the taller mug will fit under the spout. Product pages list the dimensions of each mug.
\nCanvas prints are offered in sizes such as 8×10 in, 11×14 in, 16×20 in, 20×30 in and 24×36 in, depending on the design; the product page shows the sizes available. To choose:
\nOrnaments come in shapes such as circle, heart and oval. The product page lists the size of each ornament and whether the design is printed on one side or both. If you plan to add a new ornament each year, choosing the same shape every time makes a lovely matching set on the tree.
\nThink about the size they buy in stores for everyday tees or sweatshirts, and choose the same label in a similar style. If you have no idea at all, a relaxed style one size larger than your best guess is the safer choice for a gift, because a slightly loose top is still wearable while a tight one usually is not. The free 60-day exchange is there for exactly this situation.
\nIt depends on the style. A comfort tee or a hoodie is usually cut more generously than a classic tee. Instead of relying on a general rule, compare the measurements on the product page with a garment the recipient owns; that comparison is more reliable than any label.
\nOur tees, sweatshirts and hoodies are cut as unisex adult styles unless the product page says otherwise. Many women choose one size smaller than their usual women’s size in unisex tops, but comparing with a garment they wear is still the best guide.
\nYes. Add each size to your cart separately and write the personalisation for each one in the order notes, with the size at the start of the line, so we can match each name to the right shirt.
\nThe design is placed to suit the garment, so it looks balanced across sizes. Very large or very small sizes may show small differences in the proportion of the print to the shirt, which is normal.
\nEven with careful measuring, sizes for gifts are sometimes off. That is why every Kin Print item can be returned or exchanged within 60 days of delivery, for any reason, with a free return label. For an exchange, email us with your order number and the new size; we prepare the new item with the same personalisation and ship it free. You can ask us to start as soon as your return has its first carrier scan. Full details are in our Returns & Exchanges Policy, and refunds are covered by our Refund Policy.
\nNames and text are placed to suit the size and style you choose, so you do not need to adjust your wording for a larger or smaller garment. Write the personalisation in the order notes box at checkout with the size next to each line, for example “Sweatshirt XL: Papa, est. 1975”, so we can match text and size correctly. We print exactly what you write and do not send a proof before production.
\nEmail support@kinprint.shop with the product name and the measurements you took, and we will help you choose. We reply within 24 hours on business days. You can also find quick answers in our FAQs and the Help Center.
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