Vinted Users Voice Anger About Size Updates
Vinted users have been reacting angrily following a change that caused items being listed as the wrong size.
The popular resale platform has updated its size classifications for women's and children's clothes but did not contact all users about the change.
Online Platforms Backlash
Numerous buyers and vendors are expressing on platforms saying Vinted listings now show an altered size classification than originally posted due to the recalibration.
The company said the revised method more closely matches other platforms.
It has advised users to review their products and update the measurements by hand where appropriate, which has left users frustrated.
Sizing System Updates
Before the change, the measurements included a single numeric size and a letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter and a range such as S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the size labels have been reassigned - such as a large size used to be a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Shopper Stories
Frankie Bridger, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," the way the service now categorizes.
Stephanie Gallen, based in Glasgow, stated items she posted on Vinted with size 14 labels were displaying on the service as measurements 20-22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they may become frustrated," she explained.
Necessary Adjustments
Charlotte Lunn, based in Derby, said she had been left angered because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizing for "all her products".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, as I'm chronically ill and Vinted sales have been crucial after experiencing income reduction," she said.
Service Background
The service features exceeding 100 million members, with 18 million British users.
It has emerged as a preferred choice versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion when a surprising modification on the platform has faced criticism: previously, the service retracted a modification concerning shipment methods after backlash from users.