C. wears mostly Carters (because we have a store really close by ) so I don't know other brands well - how do Gymboree clothes usually fit as compared to Carters? Similarly sized?
They run pretty similar. IMO Carters runs bigger than most brands, and is always the last brand that ds outgrows. Gymboree seems to be pretty similar, except in the waistbands, I find that carter's are usually more giving in the waistbands. And Gymborees onesies aren't quite as long as carters, but DS never seems to outgrow them early because of it.
Re: Gymboree sizing?
It really depends on teh baby's build. I think Carter's runs true to size & Gymboree is a little roomy.
I just pay attention to the sizing on the tag, and it hasn't failed me.