26 August 2026 · 1 min read
The Complete Guide to Clothing Label Sizes & Placement
Standard label dimensions for necks, hems, sleeves and care positions — plus the placement rules premium brands follow.
Get the size wrong and even a beautiful label looks off. Here are the dimensions and placements we produce most, and why they work.
Standard neck label sizes
| Garment | Common size | Fold |
|---|---|---|
| T-shirts / streetwear | 50–70mm wide × 20–30mm | End fold or straight cut |
| Hoodies / heavyweight | 60–80mm × 25–35mm | End fold |
| Abayas / dresses | 25–40mm satin, centered | Center fold |
| Kidswear | 30–45mm, extra soft | Center fold |
Placement rules the pros follow
- ✦Neck label: centered on the back neck tape, 10–15mm below the collar seam
- ✦Hem tag: left hem (wearer's left), folded into the side seam — the streetwear standard
- ✦Sleeve tab: left sleeve cuff for jackets and outerwear
- ✦Care label: wearer's left side seam, 100–150mm up from the hem
Size vs weave density
Small labels with fine text need high-density damask — a woven label at 50mm can hold text a printed label would blur. If your logo has thin lines, go one size up or simplify the mark.
The mistake to avoid
Don't copy a big brand's label size onto a different garment weight. A 80mm label that sits flat on a heavyweight hoodie will curl on a lightweight tee. Send us your garment type with your quote request and we'll confirm the right size on your free digital proof.
Ready to put this into practice?
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