Vinted Shoppers Share Anger About Sizing Changes
Shoppers are voicing their frustration due to a modification that led to items being listed as the wrong size.
The popular resale platform has altered its size classifications for female and kids' apparel but did not contact all users about the change.
Online Platforms Response
Many shoppers and sellers are posting online stating that platform listings now display an altered size classification than originally posted because of the remapping.
The company said the updated approach better aligns with similar services.
It has advised users to examine their items and adjust the sizing manually when needed, causing user dissatisfaction.
Sizing System Updates
Earlier, the sizes had both a single numeric size and a letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features an alphabetical indicator and numerical range like S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the size labels have been reassigned - like an L measurement was previously a 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
Member Accounts
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.
Stephanie Gallen, based in Glasgow, explained products she uploaded with size 14 tags were displaying on the service as size 20–22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they may become frustrated," she explained.
Necessary Adjustments
Charlotte Lunn, based in Derby, stated she felt frustrated by the change as she had to manually change the sizing for "all her products".
"This situation is especially annoying, because of my ongoing medical condition and selling on Vinted has been paramount after experiencing income reduction," she explained.
Platform Context
The platform boasts over 100 million shoppers, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has become a favored option to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This is not the initial instance that an unexpected update on the platform has faced criticism: earlier, the service retracted a modification regarding delivery choices after backlash from users.
