Vinted Shoppers Share Anger Regarding Sizing Changes
Shoppers are voicing their frustration after an update resulted in products showing incorrect sizing.
The second-hand shopping app has altered its measurement guidelines for women's and children's garments failing to inform all shoppers about the modification.
Social Media Reaction
Many shoppers and sellers are expressing on platforms stating that platform listings now display an altered size classification compared to what was initially listed because of the remapping.
The platform stated the new system was more in line with similar services.
The platform has recommended to examine their items and adjust the sizing manually when needed, causing user dissatisfaction.
Size Classification Changes
Earlier, the sizing featured numerical and alphabetical indicators, such as S/8 or M/10.
The updated approach includes a letter with a size spectrum for example S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the sizing has been recategorised - such as a large size was formerly size 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
User Stories
Frankie Bridger, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," the way the service now categorizes.
A different member, based in Glasgow, explained products she uploaded featuring size 14 markings were displaying on the service as larger sizing 20-22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they will likely be quite upset," she explained.
Required Changes
Another shopper, based in Derby, said she had been left angered by the change as she had to manually change the sizes on "every single listing".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, since I have chronic health issues and selling on Vinted has been paramount for me since losing part of my income," she said.
Platform Context
The platform boasts over 100 million users, with 18 million British users.
It has proved a popular alternative to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This is not the initial instance when a surprising modification on the platform has faced criticism: previously, the service retracted a modification regarding delivery choices due to shopper criticism.