Vinted Members Share Frustration Over Size Updates
Vinted users have been reacting angrily after an update resulted in listings displaying inaccurate size information.
This online marketplace has updated its sizing categories for women's and children's garments failing to inform all users about the change.
Social Media Reaction
Many shoppers and sellers are expressing on platforms stating that platform listings now display a modified sizing category versus the original listing as a result of the reclassification.
Vinted explained the revised method more closely matches other platforms.
They have suggested members to check their listings and update the measurements by hand if necessary, resulting in member annoyance.
Sizing System Modifications
Before the change, the sizes had both a single numeric size and a 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 - for example a size L used to be a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
User Accounts
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," which is what Vinted now does.
Another user, located in Scotland, explained products she uploaded on Vinted with size 14 labels were showing in the marketplace as size 20–22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they will likely be quite upset," she stated.
Manual Updates
A different user, from Derby, stated she felt frustrated due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizes on "every single listing".
"This situation is especially annoying, since I have chronic health issues and Vinted sales have been crucial after experiencing income reduction," she said.
Service Background
The platform boasts over 100 million members, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has emerged as a preferred choice to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion that an unexpected update within the service has received backlash: earlier, the service retracted a modification concerning shipment methods following member complaints.
