How to Choose the Right Size for GLUNS Hoodies and T-Shirts

Buying clothes online is easy until the parcel arrives and the hoodie swallows you whole, or the T-shirt stops just above your waist. This guide walks you through choosing the right size for GLUNS apparel, so your symposium gear fits the way you want it to.

START WITH A SHIRT YOU LOVE

The most reliable size guide is already in your wardrobe. Find a T-shirt or hoodie that fits you well and lay it flat on a table or bed. Then measure:

• Chest width: straight across, from armpit seam to armpit seam.
• Length: from the highest point of the shoulder down to the hem.
• Sleeve length: from the shoulder seam to the cuff, if you are buying long sleeves or a hoodie.

Write these numbers down in centimetres. Now compare them with the size details listed on each product page in our shop. Choose the size whose measurements are closest to your favourite piece.

DECIDE HOW YOU WANT IT TO FIT

The same person can wear two different sizes depending on the look they want. Before you order, ask yourself:

• Do I want a neat, close fit? Pick the size that matches your measurements.
• Do I want a relaxed, roomy look? Many people go one size up, especially for hoodies they plan to wear over other clothes.
• Will I layer it? If a hoodie will go over a shirt or blazer on cold Nairobi mornings, leave a little extra room in the chest and sleeves.

BUYING FOR SOMEONE ELSE

GLUNS gear is a popular gift for delegates, volunteers and advisers, but guessing sizes can be tricky. A few tips:

• Ask a household member to quietly measure one of their favourite tops.
• Check their usual size on the label of a shirt they wear often.
• When in doubt, size up. A slightly loose T-shirt or hoodie is still wearable; a tight one usually is not.
• For teenagers, remember they can grow quickly. A size with a little room may last through the next symposium season too.

SIZING FOR A WHOLE DELEGATION

If you are a faculty adviser or team lead ordering for a group, collect sizes early. A simple shared list with each person's name and size saves a lot of back-and-forth. Ask everyone to measure a shirt they own rather than guessing, and double-check the list before you place the order. If your group needs a mix of sizes and items, our team can help you get it right before checkout.

A QUICK CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU ORDER

1. Measure a well-fitting top you already own.
2. Compare it with the size details on the product page.
3. Decide between a close or relaxed fit.
4. Confirm the colour and print you want.
5. Check delivery details for your area.

STILL NOT SURE?

Sizing questions are the most common ones we get, and we are happy to help. Send us the measurements of a shirt you like and tell us which item you are looking at, and we will point you towards the closest size.

Ready to wear the symposium? Browse hoodies, T-shirts and more in our apparel collection and represent GLUNS in a fit that feels right.