Vinted Members Share Displeasure Over Sizing Modifications
Members of the platform have expressed outrage after an update resulted in products showing incorrect sizing.
The popular resale platform has altered its sizing categories for female and kids' apparel failing to inform every member regarding the update.
Digital Channels Backlash
Many shoppers and sellers are expressing on platforms saying Vinted listings now show a different size category versus the original listing as a result of the reclassification.
Vinted explained the updated approach better aligns with other platforms.
It has advised users to review their products and adjust the sizing manually when needed, which has left users frustrated.
Measurement Approach Modifications
Before the change, the measurements included one number and one letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter and a range for example S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the measurements have been reclassified - like an L measurement was formerly size 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Shopper Accounts
A fashion influencer, 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, from Glasgow, said garments she listed on Vinted with size 14 labels were appearing on the platform as larger sizing 20-22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they're going to be very disappointed," she explained.
Required Changes
Another shopper, from Derby, said she had been left angered because the modification necessitated personal updates the measurements for "each individual item".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, because of my ongoing medical condition and Vinted sales have been crucial after experiencing income reduction," she said.
Marketplace Information
The platform boasts over 100 million members, with 18 million British users.
It has emerged as a preferred choice to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion where an unanticipated change on the platform has faced criticism: last year, Vinted reversed a change to its shipping options following member complaints.
