GapvsBanana Republic, Size Comparison
Banana Republic tends to run smaller than Gap. If you wear a Medium at Gap, you may need a Large at Banana Republic. For a measurement-based recommendation, use the fit checker.
Gap vs Banana Republic sizing, quick answer
Banana Republic runs about one size smaller than Gap. If you wear a Medium at Gap, you'll likely need a Large at Banana Republic. For an exact recommendation, build a free fit profile.
- Gap: runs large
- Banana Republic: fits true to size
- If between sizes: size up at the brand that runs smaller, or use the fit checker below for a personalised recommendation.
Brand guide
Compare how Gap and Banana Republic usually fit, where cuts feel slimmer or roomier, and which categories are most predictable.
GENERAL BRAND GUIDANCE
This is a general brand-level sizing summary, not an exact product recommendation. For your specific size, paste a product link into the fit checker.
The Verdict
Gap sizing compared to Banana Republic: Gap runs large while Banana Republic fits true to size. Here is how the sizes translate.
Banana Republic tends to run smaller than Gap. If you wear a Medium at Gap, you may need a Large at Banana Republic. For a measurement-based recommendation, use the fit checker.
Category Match-up
Size Conversion Table
* Indicative only. For your personalised size at both brands,
Common Questions
Does Gap run smaller than Banana Republic?
Banana Republic runs about one size smaller than Gap. If you wear a Medium at Gap, you'll likely need a Large at Banana Republic. For an exact recommendation, build a free fit profile.
Should I size up or down at Gap vs Banana Republic?
Size up one at Banana Republic compared to Gap. Banana Republic runs smaller, so if you wear a Medium at Gap, try a Large at Banana Republic, especially for fitted tops and tailored bottoms.
If I'm a Medium at Gap, what size am I at Banana Republic?
Since Banana Republic runs smaller than Gap, a Medium at Gap is roughly equivalent to a Large at Banana Republic. Use the ThisFits fit checker for a recommendation based on your measurements.
Does Gap or Banana Republic fit differently by category?
Yes, fit varies meaningfully by category. Tops, Bottoms can each fit differently than the brand's overall tendency suggests. See the Category Match-up section below for per-category guidance.
Which brand is more accurate to its size chart, Gap or Banana Republic?
Gap and Banana Republic both publish official size charts, but real-world fit varies by fabric, cut and category. The ThisFits engine cross-references published charts with shopper fit reports across 197+ brands to predict your size in each.
What if I'm between sizes at Gap and Banana Republic?
If you're between sizes, Banana Republic tends to fit closer to the body, so trying the larger size first usually means fewer returns. Always confirm each retailer's return policy before ordering.