Vinted Users Share Frustration About Sizing Modifications
Shoppers are voicing their frustration following a change that caused items being listed as the wrong size.
The second-hand shopping app has revised its size classifications for female and kids' apparel without notifying every member regarding the update.
Social Media Response
Numerous buyers and vendors have taken to social media saying Vinted listings now show an altered size classification than originally posted because of the remapping.
The company said the revised method more closely matches similar services.
It has advised users to check their listings and adjust the sizing manually when needed, causing user dissatisfaction.
Measurement Approach Changes
Previously, the sizing featured one number and one letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter and a range for example S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the size labels have been reassigned - like an L measurement was formerly size 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
Shopper Stories
Frankie Bridger, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, said the change "makes both selling and buying harder".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
Another user, from Glasgow, said garments she listed featuring size 14 markings were appearing on the platform as measurements 20-22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they may become frustrated," she stated.
Required Changes
Charlotte Lunn, based in Derby, explained she became annoyed by the change as she had to manually change the sizing for "all her products".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, because of my ongoing medical condition and platform income has been essential following partial earnings loss," she explained.
Platform Context
The platform boasts over 100 million members, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has become a favored option to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion that an unexpected update on the platform has faced criticism: last year, the platform withdrew an update to its shipping options due to shopper criticism.
