Vinted Members Express Displeasure About Sizing Changes
Shoppers are voicing their frustration following a change that caused listings displaying inaccurate size information.
The second-hand shopping app has updated its measurement guidelines for women's and children's garments failing to inform all users about the change.
Online Platforms Response
Numerous buyers and vendors are expressing on platforms stating that platform listings now display a different size category versus the original listing due to the recalibration.
The company said the revised method more closely matches similar services.
It has advised users to check their listings and adjust the sizing manually if necessary, resulting in member annoyance.
Measurement Approach Changes
Previously, the sizes had both one number and one letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter with a size spectrum like S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the measurements have been reclassified - such as a large size was formerly size 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
Shopper Accounts
A fashion influencer, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, 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, from Glasgow, said garments she listed featuring size 14 markings were showing in the marketplace as size 20–22.
"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they're going to be very disappointed," she stated.
Necessary Adjustments
A different user, from Derby, explained she became annoyed due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizing for "all her products".
"This situation is especially annoying, because of my ongoing medical condition and selling on Vinted has been paramount for me since losing part of my income," she stated.
Service Background
The platform boasts over 100 million members, with 18 million British users.
It has emerged as a preferred choice compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop.
This is not the initial instance that an unexpected update within the service has received backlash: last year, the service retracted a modification concerning shipment methods after backlash from users.
