Custom Jersey Size Chart: How to Get the Perfect Fit
A custom jersey can't be "tried on" before it's printed — your team name, numbers, and colors are already set by the time it ships. That makes sizing the one step you really can't guess at. Here's how to measure correctly and read a jersey size chart so what arrives actually fits.
Why Jersey Sizing Isn't the Same as T-Shirt Sizing
Athletic jerseys are cut differently from a regular tee: looser through the shoulders and chest for range of motion, often shorter in the body, and built to be worn over a base layer or shoulder pads depending on the sport. That's why a "Large" jersey and a "Large" t-shirt from the same brand can fit noticeably differently — and why guessing your usual size is the most common sizing mistake.
How to Measure Yourself (Or Your Player) Correctly
- Chest: wrap a tape measure around the fullest part of the chest, under the arms, keeping the tape level and snug but not tight.
- Length: measure from the top of the shoulder straight down to where you want the jersey hem to sit.
- For kids/youth: measure against a jersey they already own and like the fit of, rather than relying on age-based sizing alone — growth rates vary a lot between kids the same age.
Every product page on Mowment has a built-in Size Guide you can open right from the size selector — it shows the exact chart for that sport and fit (Men's, Women's, or Youth/Kid's), since the numbers differ by product line.
Reading the Chart: Fit vs. Size
Before you even get to S–5XL, pick the right fit category first:
- Men's — broader shoulder/chest block, standard athletic length
- Women's — narrower shoulder line, slightly shorter body length
- Youth / Kid's — scaled-down proportions, not just a smaller version of the adult cut
Picking the wrong fit category first is a bigger sizing error than being one size off within the right category — it changes the shoulder width, not just the chest.
Sizing a Whole Team? Do This
- Collect each player's chest measurement individually — don't assume everyone on a roster wears the same size as last season.
- Note sizes per player when you place a bulk order — every jersey in one order can be a different size.
- When in doubt between two sizes, size up for a jersey worn over pads or a base layer, size true-to-chart for a standalone jersey.
FAQ
What if I'm between two sizes?
Size up if you'll wear the jersey over pads, equipment, or a base layer. Size to your exact chest measurement if it's worn on its own.
Do kids' sizes follow age or measurements?
Always go by measurement, not age — compare against a jersey or shirt that already fits well rather than assuming by age alone.
Can I mix sizes in one team order?
Yes. Every jersey in a single Mowment order can be sized individually, so a 15-player roster can have 15 different sizes in one checkout.
What happens if the size is wrong after it's printed?
Because every jersey is custom-printed with your names and numbers, double-checking measurements before you order is the best way to avoid a costly reprint — use the on-page Size Guide before you finalize your order.
Ready to Order?
Pick your sport, open the Size Guide on the product page, and order with confidence. See our guide on ordering jerseys with no minimum if you're only outfitting a few players.
