Kids' sizing is confusing. Some pieces use letters, some use numbers, and every brand does it a little differently. Here's how each of our youth pieces is sized so you can pick the right one the first time.
Two ways youth sizes are labelled
Letter sizes (XS, S, M, L, XL) each cover a range of kids' sizes. Number sizes (8, 10, 12 and so on) match the kids' clothing size your child already wears in stores. The table below shows how they line up for our products.
Our youth size chart
| Kids' size | Youth hoodies | Youth long sleeves | Shorts, leggings & swim |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | XS | – | – |
| 6–8 | S | S | 8 |
| 10–12 | M | M | 10 or 12 |
| 14–16 | L | L | 14 or 16 |
| 18–20 | XL | – | 18 or 20 |
Our youth long sleeves come in S, M and L, about kids' sizes 6 to 16. Our youth hoodies go from XS to XL. Our youth mesh shorts, leggings and swimsuits come in number sizes 8 to 20.
How each piece fits
- Hoodies: a regular, roomy fit with ribbed cuffs and hem. No drawcords, for child safety.
- Long sleeves: a regular fit in soft cotton. Cotton can shrink a little, so wash cold and hang to dry.
- Mesh shorts: a regular fit with an adjustable drawcord waist, so they can be snugged up if your kid is between sizes.
- Leggings and swimsuits: stretchy and close-fitting, so pick the size your child wears now.
If your kid is between sizes
- Size up for hoodies and long sleeves. They'll get more wear out of it as they grow.
- Stay true to size for leggings and swimsuits, which are meant to fit close.
- Either works for mesh shorts. The drawcord handles a little extra room at the waist.
The quick way to check
Lay a top that fits your child well flat on a table and measure across the chest, just under the arms. Compare it with the size guide on the product page. Measuring something that already fits is more reliable than going by age alone.
Shopping for a set?
Our youth matching sets pair mesh shorts with a hoodie or a long sleeve. For kids in sizes 18 to 20, choose a hoodie set, since our youth long sleeves stop at L. Browse all boys' and girls' apparel.