82% matchBoody
Same Sydney basics playbook, bamboo instead of cotton
What changes: Narrower range, sustainability premium, no babywear scale
Brand profile
Bonds
Australian basics brand making cotton underwear, socks, tees and babywear, from Chesty Bonds singlets to Wondersuit babysuits.
SydneyOrigin
UnisexFocus
Athleisure / SportswearStyle
$$Price
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What to know about Bonds
Bonds is an Australian basics label founded in Sydney in 1915 by George Allan Bond, known for cotton underwear, socks, tees and the Chesty Bonds singlet. Its range covers men's, women's and kids' underwear, loungewear, sleepwear and the Wondersuit zip babysuit, sold through Australian stores and bonds.com.au. Owned by Pacific Brands until Hanesbrands bought it in 2016, it passes to Canada's Gildan Activewear via the US$2.2 billion HanesBrands takeover announced in August 2025; Hanesbrands had also flagged its Australasian brands for possible sale.
How Bonds fits
Overall fit
true to size
Shoppers generally find Bonds basics fit true to size with a comfortable, everyday cut, though cotton tees can shrink slightly after washing.
Tip: Order your usual size; most basics fit as expected with a comfortable, non-restrictive cut.
Medium confidence · based on 15 sources
By category
| Category | Runs | Shape | Size advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| T-shirts & graphic tees | true to size | regular to slightly relaxed | Take your usual size; consider that cotton tees may shrink a touch, so wash cold if length matters. |
Directional fit consensus summarized from public sources with AI — a starting point, not a guarantee. Confirm with the product's own measurements before buying.
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What changes: US-based, ethical-cotton positioning over heritage
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What changes: No kidswear or underwear heritage, smaller range
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What changes: Women's-focused, indie pricing, no men's or kids staples
Bonds fit questions
Does Bonds run big or small?
Bonds fits true to size. Order your usual size; most basics fit as expected with a comfortable, non-restrictive cut. Shoppers generally find Bonds basics fit true to size with a comfortable, everyday cut, though cotton tees can shrink slightly after washing.
How does Bonds fit?
Shoppers generally find Bonds basics fit true to size with a comfortable, everyday cut, though cotton tees can shrink slightly after washing. Overall shape: regular, relaxed for basics.
How do Bonds t-shirts & graphic tees fit?
Bonds t-shirts & graphic tees fits true to size. Take your usual size; consider that cotton tees may shrink a touch, so wash cold if length matters. Shape: regular to slightly relaxed.
Brand facts
- Founded
- 1915
- Origin
- Sydney, Australia
- Made in
- Asia
- Price
- $$
- Focus
- Unisex
- Styles
- Athleisure / Sportswear, Minimalist / Contemporary