Vinted Members Express Frustration Over Size Modifications
Members of the platform have expressed outrage following a change that caused items being listed as the wrong size.
The popular resale platform has revised its size classifications for female and kids' apparel without notifying every member regarding the update.
Online Platforms Reaction
Many shoppers and sellers are expressing on platforms saying Vinted listings now show a different size category than originally posted due to the recalibration.
Vinted explained the new system was more in line with similar services.
It has advised users to examine their items and adjust the sizing manually if necessary, which has left users frustrated.
Size Classification Changes
Previously, the measurements included one number and one letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The new system has an alphabetical indicator and numerical range like S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the size labels have been reassigned - like an L measurement used to be a 12 but now shows as UK 16-18.
User Stories
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.
A different member, from Glasgow, stated items she posted on Vinted with size 14 labels were appearing on the platform as size 20–22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they may become frustrated," she said.
Necessary Adjustments
Charlotte Lunn, based in Derby, explained she became annoyed because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizing for "all her products".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, as I'm chronically ill and selling on Vinted has been paramount after experiencing income reduction," she explained.
Marketplace Information
The platform boasts over 100 million members, 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 within the service has received backlash: earlier, the platform withdrew an update to its shipping options due to shopper criticism.
