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We work hard to deliver a range of products that uphold our longstanding reputation as the foremost manufacturer of shirts and ties in the USA. Our garments combine the finest fabrics with unparalleled construction and finishing.
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Hallmark Details of a Gitman Shirt

Hand-set Collars and Cuffs

A sturdy top-fused interlining provides our collars and cuffs with a strong shape before being set by hand for a precise and crisp look.

High Stitch Count

Our shirts are produced with a minimum of 18 stitches per inch resulting in stronger seams and a more durable garment.

Superior Fabrics

Our fabrics are sourced and designed to our specifications from all over the world, using the finest pure finish cottons and linens.

More than 80 minutes and 50 steps go into the creation of a Gitman shirt, which is made of 25 separate pieces.

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Inside Our Process

Receiving

Bolts of fabric arrive from around the world before being rolled out and inspected with the utmost attention to detail.

Cutting

These fabrics then move to the cutting floor where they are spread and cut into the 25 different pieces that make up a Gitman shirt.

Finishing

The pieces are then dispersed throughout the factory and our sewers continue the 50 step process as the shirt begins to take shape.

Inspection

Every shirt is hand-trimmed and examined for quality and consistency before being steamed, hand-folded and packaged.

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Receiving
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Cutting
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Finishing
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Inspection

Fabric

We work closely with the world’s finest mills to create fabrics that uphold our reputation for quality, comfort and style.

Canclini

Since 1925, Canclini has stood out for innovative and luxurious fabrics made exclusively from pure Egyptian cotton and linen. Their fabrics undergo stringent tests from the harvesting of raw materials all the way through production.

Albini

Founded in 1876, Albini are widely renowned for producing some of the finest shirting fabrics used today. They are a true family company that controls every aspect of their production process, from growing the cotton to weaving and dying.

Getzner

Founded in 1818 in the city of Bludenz in Austria, Getzner sets itself apart from other mills with an emphasis on natural stretch fabrics made from 100% cotton, striking the perfect balance between form and function.

Somelos

Founded in 1958 in the Portuguese town of Guimarães, Somelos has a unique position as one of the leading producers of yarn dyed shirting fabrics. Their high-end collections offer continuous innovations in color and finishing.

Canclini

Since 1925, Canclini has stood out for innovative and luxurious fabrics made exclusively from pure Egyptian cotton and linen. Their fabrics undergo stringent tests from the harvesting of raw materials all the way through production.

Albini

Founded in 1876, Albini are widely renowned for producing some of the finest shirting fabrics used today. They are a true family company that controls every aspect of their production process, from growing the cotton to weaving and dying.

Getzner

Founded in 1818 in the city of Bludenz in Austria, Getzner sets itself apart from other mills with an emphasis on natural stretch fabrics made from 100% cotton, striking the perfect balance between form and function.

Somelos

Founded in 1958 in the Portuguese town of Guimarães, Somelos has a unique position as one of the leading producers of yarn dyed shirting fabrics. Their high-end collections offer continuous innovations in color and finishing.

Featured Fabrics

Oxford

Perhaps the most iconic and recognizable of our fabrics, Oxford is a highly durable cloth with a lightly textured finish. It has been used continuously by Gitman since 1978, offering the utmost in comfort and durability.

Pinpoint

Pinpoint uses a tighter weave with finer yarns, offering the same comfort and resilience as Oxford with a lighter finish. We have used this fabric for over 35 years and created an iconic shirt that lasts a lifetime.

Broadcloth

Broadcloth is a tightly woven and highly durable fabric with a smooth texture and lightweight finish. One of our most popular fabrics for dress shirts, it's pristine appearance is well suited to refined business attire.

Twill

Twill is a lightly textured fabric with an intricate weave that creates subtle diagonal patterns across the surface. It has a slight sheen and a soft finish that tends to remain relatively resistant to wrinkling.

Chambray

Originally worn by blue collar workers due its hard wearing nature, chambray is produced by interweaving a colored yarn in the warp and white yarn in the weft to create a textured, denim-like appearance.

Performance

Our performance fabrics offer the perfect blend of form and function. Crafted primarily from natural fibers, they provide a superior range of movement while retaining their shape and breathability.

Size & Fit

Our shirts are offered in a wide variety of sizes and fits to suit your personal preference and physical stature.

Tailored
Regular
Classic
Collar 141/2 15 151/2 16 161/2 17 171/2 18 181/2 19 191/2 20 22
Shoulder 181/4 183/4 191/4 193/4 201/4 203/4 211/4 213/4 221/4 223/4 231/4 233/4 253/4
Chest 39 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 69
Waist 37 39 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 67
Length 30 30 31 31 315/8 317/8 321/8 323/8 325/8 327/8 341/8 343/8 353/8
Sleeve Actual sleeve length is 1/2" longer than stated length.
Collar 141/2 15 151/2 16 161/2 17 171/2 18 181/2 19 191/2 20 22
Shoulder 181/8 185/8 191/8 195/8 201/8 205/8 217/8 223/8 227/8 233/8 237/8 243/8 263/8
Chest 42 44 46 48 50 52 56 58 60 62 64 66 74
Waist 40 42 44 46 48 50 54 56 58 60 62 64 72
Length 303/4 31 32 32 325/8 327/8 333/8 335/8 337/8 341/8 343/8 345/8 355/8
Sleeve Actual sleeve length is 1/2" longer than stated length.
Collar 141/2 15 151/2 16 161/2 17 171/2 18 181/2 19 191/2 20 22
Shoulder 191/4 193/4 201/4 203/4 211/4 213/4 221/4 223/4 231/4 233/4 241/4 243/4 263/4
Chest 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 58 60 62 64 66 74
Waist 42 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 58 60 62 64 72
Length 31 311/4 321/4 321/4 327/8 331/8 333/8 335/8 337/8 341/8 343/8 345/8 355/8
Sleeve Actual sleeve length is 1/2" longer than stated length.
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Take a look at our Measuring Guide to determine your perfect size and fit or contact us if you are still unsure about your size.

Collar

It takes fifteen different sewing operations and a total of four separate pressings to get a collar on a Gitman shirt.

Button Down

Created by polo players in the late 1800’s, the button down collar remains a staple of American style. Our version of this enduring classic stands three inches tall to create a perfect roll with or without a tie.

Button Under

Our button under collar combines the functionality and silhouette of a button down collar with hidden buttons placed beneath the collar that keep the points firmly in place using small loops of fabric.

Point

The traditional point collar rose to popularity in the 1920’s as the go-to choice for salarymen and others who frequently wore a tie. The narrow spread and elongated points draw the eyes down for a slimming appearance.

Medium Spread

One of our most popular styles for dress and sport shirts, the medium spread collar lends itself to both business and casual attire. It’s perfectly at home under a jacket and can also be worn with or without a tie.

Widespread

The widespread collar is the most modern of the group and well suited to smart business attire. Extra spacing between the collar points draws more attention to the tie and has a broadening effect around the neckline.

Cutaway

First appearing in the 1930’s, the cutaway collar offers a distinct and contemporary look. The shorter stance and wider spread allows the collar to remain neatly tucked under the lapel of a jacket.

Cuffs

The cuffs on a Gitman shirt are fused with a high quality interlining before being pressed and precisely set by hand.

Barrel

The barrel cuff is our standard style with a rounded edge and single button fastening. It works equally well for both dress and sport shirts.

Adjustable

The adjustable cuff has the same shape as our barrel cuff with an additional button allowing the cuff to be tightened if needed.

Mitered

The mitered cuff is a slightly elevated version of the barrel cuff with the edges cut at an angle for a sharp and elegant appearance.

French

The French cuff is our most formal option, requiring cufflinks to fasten the cuff and allowing you to add a touch of your own personal style.

Front

The buttons on a Gitman shirt are secured with our hallmark x-shape lock stitch for added durability and a streamlined appearance.

Placket

A placket front uses a separate piece of fabric to hold the buttons in place and add stability to the front of the shirt.

French

A French front offers a cleaner aesthetic with the material on the front of the shirt folded to the underside so no stitching is visible.

Back

Our back pleats are positioned to enhance your comfort and range of motion when wearing a Gitman shirt.

Center Pleat

A classic design detail where additional fabric is added to the back of shirt to create a rectangular fold at the center.

Shoulder Pleat

The shoulder pleat is a more discreet option where the pleats are placed at the shoulder blades just below the yoke.

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Measuring Guide

To find your correct size, we recommend that you take measurements from a shirt you already own and compare it with those listed below. When taking measurements, lay the garment on a flat surface and do as follows:

Step 1: Collar

Unbutton the shirt and spread the collar so it lays open and flat, then measure the distance from the button to buttonhole.

Step 2: Shoulder

With the shirt laid flat on its front, measure the distance from one shoulder seam to the center of the collar and then to the other shoulder seam.

Step 3: Chest

With buttons fastened, measure directly across the chest at 1 inch below the arm hole.

Step 4: Waist

With buttons fastened, measure directly across the shirt at 8 inches below the arm hole.

Step 5: Length

Measure the distance straight down the back of the shirt from the base of the collar to the hem line.

Step 6: Sleeve

With the shirt laid flat on its front, measure from the center of the collar to the shoulder seam and from the shoulder seam to the end of the cuff.

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Size & Fit

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Size S M L XL XXL
Collar 141/2 151/2 161/2 171/2 181/2
Shoulder 181/8 191/8 201/8 217/8 227/8
Chest 42 46 50 56 60
Waist 40 44 48 54 58
Length 303/4 32 325/8 333/8 337/8
Sleeve 33 34 35 36 36
Collar 141/2 15 151/2 16 161/2 17 171/2 18 181/2 19 191/2 20 22
Shoulder 181/4 183/4 191/4 193/4 201/4 203/4 211/4 213/4 221/4 223/4 231/4 233/4 253/4
Chest 39 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 61 69
Waist 37 39 41 43 45 47 49 51 53 55 57 59 67
Length 30 30 31 31 315/8 317/8 321/8 323/8 325/8 327/8 341/8 343/8 353/8
Sleeve Actual sleeve length is 1/2" longer than stated length.
Collar 141/2 15 151/2 16 161/2 17 171/2 18 181/2 19 191/2 20 22
Shoulder 181/8 185/8 191/8 195/8 201/8 205/8 217/8 223/8 227/8 233/8 237/8 243/8 263/8
Chest 42 44 46 48 50 52 56 58 60 62 64 66 74
Waist 40 42 44 46 48 50 54 56 58 60 62 64 72
Length 303/4 31 32 32 325/8 327/8 333/8 335/8 337/8 341/8 343/8 345/8 355/8
Sleeve Actual sleeve length is 1/2" longer than stated length.
Collar 141/2 15 151/2 16 161/2 17 171/2 18 181/2 19 191/2 20 22
Shoulder 191/4 193/4 201/4 203/4 211/4 213/4 221/4 223/4 231/4 233/4 241/4 243/4 263/4
Chest 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 58 60 62 64 66 74
Waist 42 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 58 60 62 64 72
Length 31 311/4 321/4 321/4 327/8 331/8 333/8 335/8 337/8 341/8 343/8 345/8 355/8
Sleeve Actual sleeve length is 1/2" longer than stated length.
Collar 17 171/2 18 181/2 19 191/2 20 22
Shoulder 223/4 231/4 233/4 241/4 243/4 251/4 253/4 273/4
Chest 561/2 581/2 601/2 621/2 641/2 661/2 681/2 761/2
Waist 541/2 561/2 581/2 601/2 621/2 641/2 661/2 741/2
Length 34 34 34 34 34 34 34 34
Sleeve Actual sleeve length is 1/2" longer than stated length.
Collar 141/2 15 151/2 16 161/2 17 171/2 18 181/2 19 191/2 20 22
Shoulder 181/8 185/8 191/8 195/8 201/8 205/8 217/8 223/8 227/8 233/8 237/8 243/8 263/8
Chest 42 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 58 60 62 64 72
Waist 40 42 44 46 48 50 52 54 56 58 60 62 70
Length 323/4 33 34 34 345/8 347/8 351/8 353/8 355/8 357/8 361/8 363/8 361/8
Sleeve Actual sleeve length is 1/2" longer than stated length.
Size S M L XL XXL
Neck 141/2 151/2 161/2 171/2 181/2
Shoulder 181/4 191/4 201/4 211/4 221/4
Chest 39 43 47 51 55
Waist 37 41 45 49 53
Length 30 31 315/8 321/8 325/8
Sleeve 33 34 35 36 36
Size S M L XL XXL
Neck 141/2 151/2 161/2 171/2 181/2
Shoulder 181/8 191/8 201/8 217/8 227/8
Chest 42 46 50 56 60
Waist 40 44 48 54 58
Bottom Opening 421/2 461/2 501/2 561/2 601/2
Length 283/8 291/2 301/8 307/8 313/8
Size S M L XL XXL
Collar 141/2 151/2 161/2 171/2 181/2
Shoulder 181/4 191/4 201/4 211/4 221/4
Chest 41 44 47 51 55
Waist 391/2 421/2 451/2 491/2 531/2
Length 27 281/4 283/4 291/4 293/4
Bottom Opening 41 44 47 51 56
Sleeve 33 34 35 36 36
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