Vinted Shoppers Share Frustration Over Sizing Modifications
Shoppers are voicing their frustration after an update resulted in items being listed as the wrong size.
The popular resale platform has updated its size classifications for women's and children's clothes without notifying all users about the change.
Digital Channels Reaction
Countless users and merchants have taken to social media saying Vinted listings now show a different size category compared to what was initially listed as a result of the reclassification.
Vinted explained the updated approach better aligns with comparable marketplaces.
It has advised users to check their listings and update the measurements by hand when needed, resulting in member annoyance.
Sizing System Updates
Before the change, the sizes had both a single numeric size and a letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The updated approach includes a letter with a size spectrum like S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the measurements have been reclassified - such as a large size was formerly size 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
User Stories
One content creator, who produces content about larger sizing, said the change "makes both selling and buying harder".
"Rarely do manufacturers list XL as sizes 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.
Stephanie Gallen, based in Glasgow, stated items she posted on Vinted with size 14 labels were appearing on the platform as larger sizing 20-22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they may become frustrated," she explained.
Necessary Adjustments
Another shopper, from Derby, explained she became annoyed because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizes on "every single listing".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, because of my ongoing medical condition and selling on Vinted has been paramount after experiencing income reduction," she explained.
Marketplace Information
The app has more than 100 million members, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has proved a popular alternative to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion when a surprising modification within the service has received backlash: previously, the platform withdrew an update regarding delivery choices following member complaints.
