Vinted Shoppers Share Frustration Over Sizing Updates
Members of the platform have expressed outrage after an update resulted in listings displaying inaccurate size information.
The second-hand shopping app has updated its size classifications for female and kids' apparel but did not contact all users about the change.
Online Platforms Backlash
Numerous buyers and vendors are expressing on platforms stating that platform listings now display a modified sizing category versus the original listing due to the recalibration.
The company said the updated approach better aligns with comparable marketplaces.
It has advised users to check their listings and update the measurements by hand where appropriate, resulting in member annoyance.
Size Classification Changes
Previously, the sizing featured one number and one letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The updated approach includes a letter and a range like S/UK 8-10.
With some products, the size labels have been reassigned - such as a large size was formerly size 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
Member Accounts
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," the way the service now categorizes.
Another user, based in Glasgow, stated items she posted on Vinted with size 14 labels were appearing on the platform as size 20–22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they may become frustrated," she stated.
Manual Updates
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, as I'm chronically ill and platform income has been essential after experiencing income reduction," she explained.
Service Background
The service features exceeding 100 million users, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has emerged as a preferred choice versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion where an unanticipated change on the platform has faced criticism: earlier, the platform withdrew an update to its shipping options after backlash from users.
