Vinted Users Voice Anger Over Size Changes
Members of the platform have expressed outrage following a change that caused items being listed as the wrong size.
The second-hand shopping app has altered its sizing categories for female and kids' apparel but did not contact every member regarding the update.
Social Media Response
Numerous buyers and vendors are posting online saying Vinted listings now show a different size category than originally posted due to the recalibration.
Vinted explained the updated approach better aligns with other platforms.
It has advised users to review their products and adjust the sizing manually when needed, resulting in member annoyance.
Measurement Approach Modifications
Previously, the sizes had both numerical and alphabetical indicators, like S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features a letter and a range like S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the sizing has been recategorised - for example a size L was previously a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
User Accounts
Frankie Bridger, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, said the change "makes both selling and buying harder".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.
A different member, located in Scotland, stated items she posted featuring size 14 markings were appearing on the platform as size 20–22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they will likely be quite upset," she said.
Necessary Adjustments
Charlotte Lunn, from Derby, stated she felt frustrated because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizes on "every single listing".
"This situation is especially annoying, because of my ongoing medical condition and selling on Vinted has been paramount after experiencing income reduction," she explained.
Marketplace Information
The platform boasts over 100 million members, with 18 million British users.
It has proved a popular alternative versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion where an unanticipated change to the app has proved unpopular: earlier, the platform withdrew an update regarding delivery choices due to shopper criticism.
