GapvsClarks, Size Comparison
Clarks tends to run smaller than Gap. If you wear a Medium at Gap, you may need a Large at Clarks. For a measurement-based recommendation, use the fit checker.
Gap vs Clarks sizing, quick answer
Clarks runs about one size smaller than Gap. If you wear a Medium at Gap, you'll likely need a Large at Clarks. For an exact recommendation, build a free fit profile.
- Gap: runs large
- Clarks: 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 Clarks 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 Clarks: Gap runs large while Clarks fits true to size. Here is how the sizes translate.
Clarks tends to run smaller than Gap. If you wear a Medium at Gap, you may need a Large at Clarks. 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 Clarks?
Clarks runs about one size smaller than Gap. If you wear a Medium at Gap, you'll likely need a Large at Clarks. For an exact recommendation, build a free fit profile.
Should I size up or down at Gap vs Clarks?
Size up one at Clarks compared to Gap. Clarks runs smaller, so if you wear a Medium at Gap, try a Large at Clarks, especially for fitted tops and tailored bottoms.
If I'm a Medium at Gap, what size am I at Clarks?
Since Clarks runs smaller than Gap, a Medium at Gap is roughly equivalent to a Large at Clarks. Use the ThisFits fit checker for a recommendation based on your measurements.
Does Gap or Clarks fit differently by category?
Gap and Clarks cover different categories, so direct category comparisons are limited. Use the overall tendency as your starting point.
Which brand is more accurate to its size chart, Gap or Clarks?
Gap and Clarks 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 Clarks?
If you're between sizes, Clarks 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.