Vinted Shoppers Express Displeasure Over Sizing Changes
Vinted users have been reacting angrily following a change that caused products showing incorrect sizing.
The second-hand shopping app has revised its size classifications for women's and children's garments without notifying all users about the change.
Social Media Response
Numerous buyers and vendors are expressing on platforms saying Vinted listings now show a modified sizing category compared to what was initially listed due to the recalibration.
Vinted explained the updated approach better aligns with comparable marketplaces.
It has advised users to review their products and adjust the sizing manually where appropriate, causing user dissatisfaction.
Measurement Approach Modifications
Earlier, the measurements included one number and one letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features an alphabetical indicator and numerical range such as S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the measurements have been reclassified - like an L measurement was previously a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Member Stories
One content creator, who creates plus-size fashion videos, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
A different member, based in Glasgow, said garments she listed with size 14 tags were showing in the marketplace as size 20–22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they will likely be quite upset," she said.
Necessary Adjustments
Another shopper, based in Derby, said she had been left angered due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizes on "every single listing".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, as I'm chronically ill and platform income has been essential for me since losing part of my income," she said.
Platform Context
The platform boasts over 100 million shoppers, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has proved a popular alternative compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop.
This isn't the first time when a surprising modification to the app has proved unpopular: earlier, the platform withdrew an update concerning shipment methods due to shopper criticism.
