Vinted Members Share Displeasure Over Size Changes
Shoppers are voicing their frustration after an update resulted in items being listed as the wrong size.
The second-hand shopping app has updated its size classifications for women's and children's garments failing to inform all users about the change.
Digital Channels Backlash
Numerous buyers and vendors are expressing on platforms saying Vinted listings now show a modified sizing category than originally posted due to the recalibration.
The company said the revised method more closely matches other platforms.
It has advised users to review their products and manually change the size if necessary, which has left users frustrated.
Measurement Approach Changes
Previously, the sizes had both one number and one letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter and a range such as S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the size labels have been reassigned - for example a size L was previously a 12 but now shows as UK 16-18.
Member Accounts
One content creator, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, said the change "makes both selling and buying harder".
"Rarely do manufacturers list XL as sizes 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.
Another user, located in Scotland, explained products she uploaded on Vinted with size 14 labels were appearing on the platform as size 20–22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they may become frustrated," she explained.
Required Changes
Another shopper, from Derby, said she had been left angered because the modification necessitated personal updates the measurements for "each individual item".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, since I have chronic health issues and Vinted sales have been crucial after experiencing income reduction," she stated.
Marketplace Information
The app has more than 100 million users, including 18 million in the UK.
It has proved a popular alternative to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This is not the initial instance that an unexpected update on the platform has faced criticism: previously, Vinted reversed a change regarding delivery choices following member complaints.
