{"id":5264,"date":"2026-09-16T17:45:43","date_gmt":"2026-09-16T17:45:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/blog\/?p=5264"},"modified":"2026-10-09T04:10:16","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T04:10:16","slug":"what-is-a-mens-medium-in-womens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/blog\/what-is-a-mens-medium-in-womens\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is a Men\u2019s Medium in Women\u2019s? Branded Apparel Fit &#038; Blank Buying Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 id=\"what-is-a-mens-medium-in-womens-sizes-plus-how-to-buy-blanks-for-branded-merch\">What Is a Men\u2019s Medium in Women\u2019s Sizes? (Plus How to Buy Blanks for Branded Merch)<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Updated: October 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Short answer:<\/strong> A <strong>men\u2019s medium<\/strong> usually lands closest to a <strong>women\u2019s large<\/strong> in many casual apparel brands\u2014but that is a rough starting point, not a universal law. Chest, shoulder, and hip shaping differ, and promo blank brands (Gildan, Bella+Canvas, Next Level, etc.) each grade differently.<br \/>\n<aside class=\"sbm-rail\"><h4>Ready to brand it?<\/h4><p>Get promo products decorated to your specs.<\/p><a class=\"sbm-btn sbm-btn--primary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/\">Shop Swagify<\/a><\/aside><\/p>\n<p>If you only needed a one-line conversion for personal shopping, you can stop there. If you are ordering <strong>branded shirts for a mixed team<\/strong>, keep reading\u2014the conversion chart is only step one.<\/p>\n<p>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/custom-apparel\/t-shirts\">custom t-shirts<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/custom-apparel\/sweatshirts-and-hoodies\/hoodies\">custom hoodies<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/custom-apparel\">custom apparel<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\">\n<h2>Table of contents<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#h-why-this-question-shows-up-in-promo-ordering\" data-level=\"2\">Why this question shows up in promo ordering<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-quick-conversion-chart-casual-knit-tops\" data-level=\"2\">Quick conversion chart (casual \/ knit tops)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-unisex-vs-men-s-vs-women-s-blanks-the-decision-that-matters\" data-level=\"2\">Unisex vs men\u2019s vs women\u2019s blanks (the decision that matters)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-how-women-typically-wear-unisex-men-s-tees\" data-level=\"2\">How women typically wear unisex \/ men\u2019s tees<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-fit-charts-you-should-collect-before-ordering\" data-level=\"2\">Fit charts you should collect before ordering<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-size-run-planning-for-bulk-branded-apparel\" data-level=\"2\">Size-run planning for bulk branded apparel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-decoration-impact-of-cut-choice\" data-level=\"2\">Decoration impact of cut choice<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-fabric-blank-picks-that-forgive-sizing-anxiety\" data-level=\"2\">Fabric &amp; blank picks that forgive sizing anxiety<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-hoodies-and-outerwear-conversions\" data-level=\"2\">Hoodies and outerwear conversions<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-swagify-minimums-prices-and-turnaround-for-branded-tees-and\" data-level=\"2\">Swagify minimums, prices and turnaround for branded tees and hoodies<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-decision-tree\" data-level=\"2\">Decision tree<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-faq\" data-level=\"2\">FAQ<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-measuring-people-without-making-it-awkward\" data-level=\"2\">Measuring people without making it awkward<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-international-teams-and-size-systems\" data-level=\"2\">International teams and size systems<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-sample-order-checklist-before-the-big-run\" data-level=\"2\">Sample order checklist (before the big run)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-writing-fit-copy-that-reduces-support-tickets\" data-level=\"2\">Writing fit copy that reduces support tickets<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-polos-and-button-downs-conversion-differs\" data-level=\"2\">Polos and button-downs: conversion differs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-returns-exchanges-and-swagshop-style-stores\" data-level=\"2\">Returns, exchanges, and SwagShop-style stores<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-bottom-line\" data-level=\"2\">Bottom line<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-why-this-question-shows-up-in-promo-ordering\">Why this question shows up in promo ordering<\/h2>\n<p>HR managers, marketers, and event planners hear:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cI\u2019m a women\u2019s medium\u2014what do I pick in the unisex shirts?\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Or the reverse when only men\u2019s\/unisex blanks are on the form. Wrong answers create exchanges, leftover inventory, and unhappy wearers in kickoff photos.<\/p>\n<p>Your real job is not a fashion conversion\u2014it is <strong>picking the right blank strategy<\/strong> and a <strong>size run<\/strong> that fits most people on the first try.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"h-quick-conversion-chart-casual-knit-tops\">Quick conversion chart (casual \/ knit tops)<\/h2>\n<p>These are <strong>typical<\/strong> conversions for basic tees and light sweatshirts. Always prefer the blank brand\u2019s own chart.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Men\u2019s \/ unisex size<\/th>\n<th>Often closest women\u2019s size<\/th>\n<th>Fit notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>XS<\/td>\n<td>Women\u2019s S (sometimes XS)<\/td>\n<td>Unisex XS can still be boxy<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>S<\/td>\n<td>Women\u2019s M<\/td>\n<td>Shoulders may be wider than women\u2019s M<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>M<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Women\u2019s L<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Most common \u201cmen\u2019s M \u2248 women\u2019s L\u201d mapping<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>L<\/td>\n<td>Women\u2019s XL<\/td>\n<td>Check hip room on fitted women\u2019s styles<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>XL<\/td>\n<td>Women\u2019s 2XL<\/td>\n<td>Varies widely by brand<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2XL<\/td>\n<td>Women\u2019s 3XL<\/td>\n<td>Verify with measurements<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3 id=\"body-garment-measurement-cross-check-approximate-inches\">Body &amp; garment measurement cross-check (approximate inches)<\/h3>\n<p>Use this when someone asks \u201cwhat is a men\u2019s medium in women\u2019s?\u201d and you need numbers\u2014not vibes.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Reference<\/th>\n<th>Typical body chest\/bust (in)<\/th>\n<th>Typical garment chest* (in)<\/th>\n<th>Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Men\u2019s \/ unisex <strong>S<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Body ~34\u201337<\/td>\n<td>Garment ~36\u201338<\/td>\n<td>Narrower shoulders than men\u2019s M<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Men\u2019s \/ unisex <strong>M<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Body ~38\u201340<\/td>\n<td>Garment ~40\u201342<\/td>\n<td>Maps closest to many women\u2019s <strong>L<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Men\u2019s \/ unisex <strong>L<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Body ~42\u201344<\/td>\n<td>Garment ~44\u201346<\/td>\n<td>Maps near women\u2019s <strong>XL<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Women\u2019s <strong>M<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Bust ~36\u201338<\/td>\n<td>Garment often ~36\u201339<\/td>\n<td>More waist\/hip shaping than unisex M<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Women\u2019s <strong>L<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Bust ~39\u201341<\/td>\n<td>Garment often ~39\u201342<\/td>\n<td>Closest everyday match to men\u2019s M for many knits<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Women\u2019s <strong>XL<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Bust ~42\u201344<\/td>\n<td>Garment often ~42\u201345<\/td>\n<td>Check length\u2014women\u2019s may be shorter<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>*Garment chest is usually <strong>armpit-to-armpit laid flat \u00d7 2<\/strong>. Always confirm on the blank brand\u2019s chart (Gildan, Bella+Canvas, etc. differ by 0.5\u20131.5&#8243;).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong> Do not convert sizes by vanity label alone. Measure a sample blank you already like, then match that garment chest number on the new blank\u2019s chart.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"laid-flat-how-to-30-seconds\">Laid-flat how-to (30 seconds)<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Lay the shirt flat, smooth the chest.<\/li>\n<li>Measure straight across from armpit seam to armpit seam.<\/li>\n<li>Multiply by 2 \u2192 garment chest in inches.<\/li>\n<li>Compare to the blank chart before you guess \u201cM vs L.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"h-unisex-vs-men-s-vs-women-s-blanks-the-decision-that-matters\">Unisex vs men\u2019s vs women\u2019s blanks (the decision that matters)<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Blank type<\/th>\n<th>Who it fits best<\/th>\n<th>Look<\/th>\n<th>Branding notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Unisex \/ men\u2019s<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Broad shoulders, straighter body<\/td>\n<td>Boxy, longer<\/td>\n<td>Easiest bulk standard; most decoration templates<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Women\u2019s fitted<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Contoured bust\/waist\/hip<\/td>\n<td>Shorter, tapered<\/td>\n<td>Looks intentional; may need separate art placement tweaks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Women\u2019s relaxed \/ boyfriend<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Prefer room without men\u2019s length<\/td>\n<td>In-between<\/td>\n<td>Popular compromise for mixed teams<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Youth<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Kids programs<\/td>\n<td>Smaller<\/td>\n<td>Separate size run<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3 id=\"recommendation-for-most-company-merch-programs\">Recommendation for most company merch programs<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Default to a quality unisex tee<\/strong> for all-staff basics (simple ordering).<\/li>\n<li>Offer a <strong>women\u2019s fitted option<\/strong> when brand image matters (customer-facing teams, leadership kits).<\/li>\n<li>Publish a <strong>fit note<\/strong> on the order form: \u201cUnisex runs boxy\u2014women who prefer a closer fit often size down one from their usual women\u2019s size <em>or<\/em> choose the women\u2019s blank.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>That single sentence prevents half of the Slack threads.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"h-how-women-typically-wear-unisex-men-s-tees\">How women typically wear unisex \/ men\u2019s tees<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Preferred fit<\/th>\n<th>Common tactic on unisex blanks<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Relaxed \/ oversized<\/td>\n<td>Order true unisex size matching chest comfort (often unisex M if they wear women\u2019s L)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Closer \/ less boxy<\/td>\n<td>Size <strong>down one<\/strong> from the conversion chart<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Cropped look<\/td>\n<td>Choose a women\u2019s or cropped blank\u2014don\u2019t rely on sizing tricks alone<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Layering over blouses<\/td>\n<td>Stay true-to-size or size up for mobility<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong> Someone who wears a <strong>women\u2019s medium<\/strong> in retail fashion tops often prefers:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Women\u2019s blank: <strong>M<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Unisex blank: <strong>S<\/strong> (for less boxiness) or <strong>M<\/strong> (for relaxed)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Survey your team with photos of the actual blank on a model when possible.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"h-fit-charts-you-should-collect-before-ordering\">Fit charts you should collect before ordering<\/h2>\n<p>Ask your decorator or blank supplier for:<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Spec<\/th>\n<th>Why it matters<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Chest (1&#8243; below armhole, laid flat \u00d7 2)<\/td>\n<td>Primary size driver<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Body length (HPS to hem)<\/td>\n<td>Women\u2019s cuts run shorter<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Shoulder width<\/td>\n<td>Unisex often wider<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sleeve length<\/td>\n<td>Critical for long sleeves<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Suggested body measurements<\/td>\n<td>Maps people \u2192 sizes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3 id=\"sample-comparison-mindset-illustrative\">Sample comparison mindset (illustrative)<\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Spec<\/th>\n<th>Typical unisex M tee<\/th>\n<th>Typical women\u2019s M tee<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Shape<\/td>\n<td>Straight<\/td>\n<td>Contoured<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Length<\/td>\n<td>Longer<\/td>\n<td>Shorter<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Shoulder<\/td>\n<td>Wider<\/td>\n<td>Narrower<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hip room<\/td>\n<td>Straight<\/td>\n<td>May taper or flare by style<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Do not mix brands in one program without publishing both charts. A \u201cmedium\u201d in Brand A is not Brand B.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"h-size-run-planning-for-bulk-branded-apparel\">Size-run planning for bulk branded apparel<\/h2>\n<p>A classic corporate mistake is ordering equal counts of S\u2013XL. Real demand skews.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"starter-size-curve-adult-unisex-tees-mixed-office-team\">Starter size curve (adult unisex tees, mixed office team)<\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Size<\/th>\n<th>Share of order (starting point)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>XS<\/td>\n<td>2\u20135%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>S<\/td>\n<td>10\u201315%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>M<\/td>\n<td>25\u201330%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>L<\/td>\n<td>25\u201330%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>XL<\/td>\n<td>15\u201320%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2XL<\/td>\n<td>8\u201312%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3XL+<\/td>\n<td>3\u20138%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Adjust for your culture (warehouse vs desk teams differ). Always keep a small buffer in <strong>M\/L<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"dual-cut-programs\">Dual-cut programs<\/h3>\n<p>If offering men\u2019s\/unisex <strong>and<\/strong> women\u2019s:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Collect preference on the form (\u201cUnisex\u201d \/ \u201cWomen\u2019s\u201d).<\/li>\n<li>Still show conversion help text.<\/li>\n<li>Expect women\u2019s take-rates of <strong>20\u201340%<\/strong> in many office environments (varies).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"h-decoration-impact-of-cut-choice\">Decoration impact of cut choice<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Issue<\/th>\n<th>What to do<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Left-chest logo on women\u2019s fitted tee<\/td>\n<td>May need slight upward placement vs unisex<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Full-front print on fitted tee<\/td>\n<td>Scale art down; watch bust distortion<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Embroidery on light women\u2019s blanks<\/td>\n<td>Watch show-through \/ stabilizer choices<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Size-sensitive DTG<\/td>\n<td>Soft dilutes look if shirt is too oversized on small frames<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>For imprint sizing standards, see also the left-chest guide at <code>\/blog\/average-size-of-left-chest-logo\/<\/code> (upgrade companion).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"h-fabric-blank-picks-that-forgive-sizing-anxiety\">Fabric &amp; blank picks that forgive sizing anxiety<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Goal<\/th>\n<th>Blank direction<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Soft, retail feel<\/td>\n<td>Ring-spun cotton or cotton\/poly premium tees<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Budget event giveaway<\/td>\n<td>Standard open-end cotton \/ poly blend<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Stretch comfort<\/td>\n<td>Cotton\/spandex or poly performance with give<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Structured corporate<\/td>\n<td>Pique polo (consider men\u2019s + women\u2019s polos)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Browse <a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/custom-apparel\">custom apparel<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/custom-apparel\/t-shirts\">custom t-shirts<\/a> when you are ready to pick a blank family.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"h-hoodies-and-outerwear-conversions\">Hoodies and outerwear conversions<\/h2>\n<p>Hoodies complicate conversions because of bulk and gender grading.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Men\u2019s \/ unisex hoodie<\/th>\n<th>Often closest women\u2019s<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>S<\/td>\n<td>M<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>M<\/td>\n<td>L<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>L<\/td>\n<td>XL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Many women prefer unisex hoodies <strong>true to chest comfort<\/strong> (not sized down) because fleece already tapers less. See the sizing notes in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/blog\/do-gildan-hoodies-run-small\/\">Gildan hoodie sizing guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Shop: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/custom-apparel\/sweatshirts-and-hoodies\/hoodies\">custom hoodies<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-swagify-minimums-prices-and-turnaround-for-branded-tees-and\">Swagify minimums, prices and turnaround for branded tees and hoodies<\/h2>\n<p>If you are ordering for a mixed team, these are real starting points from the Swagify catalog. Pairing a unisex tee with its women\u2019s-cut version (for example Gildan Softstyle 64000 and 64000L) is the simplest way to run a dual-cut program.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Product<\/th>\n<th>Minimum order<\/th>\n<th>Listed price per piece at the minimum<\/th>\n<th>Decoration<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/products\/gildan-softstyle-t-shirt-64000\">Gildan Softstyle T-Shirt. 64000<\/a><\/td>\n<td>24 pcs<\/td>\n<td>$13.24<\/td>\n<td>1-color print, 2-color print, full-color print, embroidery<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/products\/gildan-softstyle-womens-t-shirt-64000l\">Gildan Softstyle Women&#8217;s T-Shirt. 64000L<\/a><\/td>\n<td>24 pcs<\/td>\n<td>$13.66<\/td>\n<td>1-color print, 2-color print, full-color print, embroidery<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/products\/gildan-heavy-cotton-100-cotton-t-shirt-5000\">Gildan &#8211; Heavy Cotton 100% Cotton T-Shirt. 5000<\/a><\/td>\n<td>24 pcs<\/td>\n<td>$12.42<\/td>\n<td>1-color print, 2-color print, full-color print, embroidery<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/products\/bellacanvas-womens-relaxed-jersey-short-sleeve-tee-bc6400\">BELLA+CANVAS Women&#8217;s Relaxed Jersey Short Sleeve Tee. BC6400<\/a><\/td>\n<td>12 pcs<\/td>\n<td>$16.31<\/td>\n<td>1-color print, 2-color print, full-color print, embroidery<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/products\/gildan-heavy-blend-hooded-sweatshirt-18500\">Gildan &#8211; Heavy Blend Hooded Sweatshirt. 18500<\/a><\/td>\n<td>12 pcs<\/td>\n<td>$37.78<\/td>\n<td>1-color print, 2-color print, full-color print, embroidery<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Prices as listed on swagify.com product pages in October 2026 for the default option at the minimum quantity. Per-piece prices drop at higher quantities; extra imprint colors or locations, setup fees and shipping can change the total, and the product page always shows the live quote.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-ordering-works-on-swagify\">How ordering works on Swagify<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Choose the product, colors and quantity.<\/strong> The price table on each product page shows where the next price break starts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Customize it.<\/strong> Pick the decoration method and imprint location, then upload your logo (a vector file prints cleanest) and add any design instructions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Request a proof if you want one, then choose a delivery date.<\/strong> Proofs are optional; if you request one, production starts only after you approve it. Standard production is 7\u201310 business days (counted once payment clears and any proof is approved), plus 3\u20135 business days for standard ground shipping, so plan on roughly 2\u20133 weeks door to door.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Browse <a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/custom-apparel\/t-shirts\">custom t-shirts<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/custom-apparel\/sweatshirts-and-hoodies\/hoodies\">custom hoodies<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/custom-apparel\">all custom apparel<\/a>. More guides on this topic: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/blog\/topics\/apparel-decoration\/\">Apparel &amp; Decoration hub<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-decision-tree\">Decision tree<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Is this a one-day event giveaway?<\/strong> \u2192 Unisex only + size curve. Skip dual cuts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is this employee uniform worn weekly?<\/strong> \u2192 Offer women\u2019s cut or at least a relaxed women\u2019s option.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is the team mostly asking \u201cwhat\u2019s my size in unisex?\u201d<\/strong> \u2192 Publish conversion + model photos.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Are returns expensive (international, kitted boxes)?<\/strong> \u2192 Collect measurements or run a pre-order form.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"h-faq\">FAQ<\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"what-is-a-mens-medium-in-womens\">What is a men\u2019s medium in women\u2019s?<\/h3>\n<p>In many casual brands, <strong>men\u2019s M \u2248 women\u2019s L<\/strong>. Confirm with measurements.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"should-women-size-down-in-unisex-shirts\">Should women size down in unisex shirts?<\/h3>\n<p>Often <strong>yes<\/strong> if they want less boxiness; <strong>no<\/strong> if they want a relaxed\/oversized look.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"is-unisex-the-same-as-mens\">Is unisex the same as men\u2019s?<\/h3>\n<p>Often effectively yes in promo blanks, though marketing names differ. Check the chart.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"do-i-need-womens-blanks-for-a-branded-program\">Do I need women\u2019s blanks for a branded program?<\/h3>\n<p>Not required, but offering them improves fit and perceived care for many teams.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"how-do-i-convert-sizes-for-hoodies\">How do I convert sizes for hoodies?<\/h3>\n<p>Start with the same M\u2192L logic, then prioritize chest comfort over fashion conversion.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"what-if-brands-disagree\">What if brands disagree?<\/h3>\n<p>They will. <strong>Pick one blank brand<\/strong> for the program and stick to its chart.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"h-measuring-people-without-making-it-awkward\">Measuring people without making it awkward<\/h2>\n<p>For executive kits or small teams (&lt;40), a simple self-measure guide beats guesswork:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Chest\/bust:<\/strong> tape around the fullest part, under arms, level.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Compare to the blank\u2019s \u201cbody measurement\u201d chart<\/strong>, not a retail store\u2019s vanity size.<\/li>\n<li>If between sizes, choose based on preference: mobility (size up) vs cleaner logo presentation (closer fit).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>For large companies, skip measuring\u2014use past order data or a pre-order microsite.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"h-international-teams-and-size-systems\">International teams and size systems<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>System<\/th>\n<th>Notes for US blanks<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>US men\u2019s<\/td>\n<td>Default for most promo blanks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>US women\u2019s<\/td>\n<td>Separate chart<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>EU \/ UK<\/td>\n<td>Do not assume 1:1 with US; use centimeters on the blank chart<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Asia fits<\/td>\n<td>Often run smaller\u2014order samples before a regional all-hands<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>If you ship globally, print the <strong>blank brand size chart<\/strong> in the order email.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"h-sample-order-checklist-before-the-big-run\">Sample order checklist (before the big run)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>[ ] Select blank brand + colorways<\/li>\n<li>[ ] Decide unisex only vs dual cut<\/li>\n<li>[ ] Download official size charts (PDF)<\/li>\n<li>[ ] Write fit help text for the order form<\/li>\n<li>[ ] Order a <strong>wear test<\/strong> in S\/M\/L (unisex + women\u2019s if offered)<\/li>\n<li>[ ] Approve decoration placement on both cuts<\/li>\n<li>[ ] Lock size percentages<\/li>\n<li>[ ] Plan 5\u201310% overage in core sizes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This process costs a little upfront and saves a warehouse of orphan sizes later.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"h-writing-fit-copy-that-reduces-support-tickets\">Writing fit copy that reduces support tickets<\/h2>\n<p>Use plain language on merch stores and Google Forms:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Unisex tees are cut straighter through the body and usually longer than women\u2019s fitted tees. If you wear a women\u2019s medium in fitted retail tops, many people choose unisex small for a closer fit or unisex medium for a relaxed fit. When possible, order the women\u2019s cut.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Add two model photos: unisex M on a woman, women\u2019s M on the same person. Photos beat conversion charts.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"h-polos-and-button-downs-conversion-differs\">Polos and button-downs: conversion differs<\/h2>\n<p>Knit tees convert more cleanly than shaped woven shirts.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Garment<\/th>\n<th>Conversion caution<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Jersey tee<\/td>\n<td>M\u2192L style mapping often OK as start<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Polo<\/td>\n<td>Try men\u2019s\/women\u2019s specific polos; shoulder slope differs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Oxford \/ dress<\/td>\n<td>Do not convert casually\u2014use brand\u2019s women\u2019s shirting chart<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fleece<\/td>\n<td>Chest-first; length second<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>If your program includes polos, budget samples in both cuts.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"h-returns-exchanges-and-swagshop-style-stores\">Returns, exchanges, and SwagShop-style stores<\/h2>\n<p>If you operate an ongoing branded store:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Offer exchanges within a clear window for unworn items<\/li>\n<li>Keep a small buffer inventory in M\/L<\/li>\n<li>Discontinue orphan sizes after seasons<\/li>\n<li>Show the blank brand size chart on every PDP<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Sizing education is customer support you only write once.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-bottom-line\">Bottom line<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Men\u2019s medium \u2192 about women\u2019s large<\/strong> is a useful headline conversion. For promotional apparel success, choose a blank strategy (unisex vs dual cut), publish fit notes, and order a realistic size run.<\/p>\n<p>Start building the program with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/custom-apparel\/t-shirts\">custom t-shirts<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/custom-apparel\">custom apparel<\/a>, and keep hoodie sizing consistent via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.swagify.com\/custom-apparel\/sweatshirts-and-hoodies\/hoodies\">custom hoodies<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What Is a Men\u2019s Medium in Women\u2019s Sizes? (Plus How to Buy Blanks for Branded Merch) Updated: October 2026 Short answer: A men\u2019s medium usually lands closest to a women\u2019s large in many casual apparel brands\u2014but that is a rough starting point, not a universal law. Chest, shoulder, and hip shaping differ, and promo blank [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","_yoast_wpseo_title":"Men's Medium in Women's Size? Chart + Merch Buying Tips","_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":"A men's medium usually fits like a women's large. 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