Find Your Perfect Patch Size

Whether it’s for the back of a team jacket or a sleeve detail, use our guide to ensure your studio branding looks balanced and professional.

Patch Size Reference

Size Label	Common Placements	Dimensions	Best For
3-Inch (Small)	Sleeve logos, hats, wristbands	2" – 3"	Sleeve logos, studio bags, or chest placement on leotards.
5-Inch (Medium)	Front-left chest, hoodies	4" – 5"	The standard size for the front-left chest of varsity jackets and hoodies.
8 to 12-Inch (Large)	Back of jackets, center chest	8" – 12"	Designed for the back of competition jackets. This is the classic "Statement" size.
Custom	Anywhere you dream of!	Any size	Unique shapes, toddler sizes to adult XL, & oversized designs

How to Measure

Use a flexible measuring tape or ruler
Measure the flat area where the patch will sit
Add 0.5" margin for stitching or iron-on space
For hats, measure only the visible flat area

Pro Sizing Hack

A standard credit card is exactly 3.375 inches wide.

Use one as a reference against your garment to visualize if our 3" or 5" patch fits your vision. For back patches, we recommend measuring the width of the jacket between the shoulder seams for a perfect statement fit.

International Size Conversion

2"5.08cm / 50.8mm

3"7.62cm / 76.2mm

4"10.16cm / 101.6mm

5"12.7cm / 127mm

6"15.24cm / 152.4mm

7"17.78cm / 177.8mm

8"20.32cm / 203.2mm

9"22.86cm / 228.6mm

10"25.4cm / 254mm

11"27.94cm / 279.4mm

12"30.48cm / 304.8mm

Sizing Expert Q&A

What is the standard size for a dance varsity jacket patch?

For most dance academies, a 5-inch patch is the standard for the chest logo. For the back of the jacket, an 8-inch to 10-inch patch is most common.

Can I order a custom size?

Absolutely! Just start your custom order and tell us your dream dimensions—we can craft anything from toddler sizes to oversized statements.

Will the patch shrink after washing?

No — our custom embroidered and chenille patches are pre-treated and highly durable, ensuring they maintain their shape for life.

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