Vinted Members Express Anger Regarding Sizing Updates

Vinted users have been reacting angrily after an update resulted in products showing incorrect sizing.

The second-hand shopping app has revised its sizing categories for female and kids' apparel without notifying every member regarding the update.

Online Platforms Response

Numerous buyers and vendors are posting online saying Vinted listings now show a modified sizing category versus the original listing because of the remapping.

Vinted explained the updated approach better aligns with other platforms.

The platform has recommended to check their listings and adjust the sizing manually when needed, which has left users frustrated.

Size Classification Changes

Before the change, the sizes had both numerical and alphabetical indicators, such as S/8 or M/10.

The new system has an alphabetical indicator and numerical range such as S/UK 8-10.

With some products, the measurements have been reclassified - such as a large size was previously a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.

User Experiences

Frankie Bridger, who produces content about larger sizing, 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, located in Scotland, explained products she uploaded with size 14 tags were showing in the marketplace as measurements 20-22.

"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they will likely be quite upset," she explained.

Required Changes

Another shopper, located in England, explained she became annoyed because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizing for "all her products".

"Personally, this is quite irritating, since I have chronic health issues and Vinted sales have been crucial following partial earnings loss," she stated.

Service Background

The service features exceeding 100 million users, with 18 million British users.

It has become a favored option to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.

This isn't the first time that an unexpected update on the platform has faced criticism: previously, the platform withdrew an update regarding delivery choices due to shopper criticism.