Vinted Members Share Frustration About Size Modifications
Members of the platform have expressed outrage following a change that caused products showing incorrect sizing.
The popular resale platform has updated its size classifications for female and kids' apparel without notifying all users about the change.
Digital Channels Response
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 platform stated the updated approach better aligns with other platforms.
They have suggested members to review their products and update the measurements by hand when needed, which has left users frustrated.
Measurement Approach Updates
Previously, the sizes had both one number and one letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The updated approach includes an alphabetical indicator and numerical range for example S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the sizing has been recategorised - like an L measurement was formerly size 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Shopper Experiences
A fashion influencer, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
A different member, from Glasgow, said garments she listed with size 14 tags were appearing on the platform as measurements 20-22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they're going to be very disappointed," she explained.
Required Changes
A different user, from Derby, explained she became annoyed due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizes on "every single listing".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, because of my ongoing medical condition and Vinted sales have been crucial for me since losing part of my income," she said.
Platform Context
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 to the app has proved unpopular: last year, the service retracted a modification regarding delivery choices after backlash from users.
