Vinted Members Share Displeasure Over Size Modifications
Shoppers are voicing their frustration following a change that caused listings displaying inaccurate size information.
The popular resale platform has updated its measurement guidelines for female and kids' apparel without notifying every member regarding the update.
Digital Channels Backlash
Countless users and merchants are posting online stating that platform listings now display an altered size classification versus the original listing as a result of the reclassification.
The company said the revised method more closely matches other platforms.
The platform has recommended to review their products and update the measurements by hand if necessary, causing user dissatisfaction.
Size Classification Modifications
Previously, the sizing featured one number and one letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The updated approach includes an alphabetical indicator and numerical range like S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the measurements have been reclassified - such as a large size was formerly size 12 but now shows as UK 16-18.
User Accounts
One content creator, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.
Another user, from Glasgow, stated items she posted 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 stated.
Required Changes
Charlotte Lunn, located in England, explained she became annoyed by the change as she had to manually change the sizes on "every single listing".
"This situation is especially annoying, as I'm chronically ill and selling on Vinted has been paramount for me since losing part of my income," she stated.
Platform Context
The platform boasts over 100 million shoppers, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has become a favored option compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion when a surprising modification to the app has proved unpopular: previously, Vinted reversed a change regarding delivery choices after backlash from users.