Vinted Users Share Anger About Sizing Modifications

Vinted users have been reacting angrily due to a modification that led to items being listed as the wrong size.

This online marketplace has revised its sizing categories for female and kids' apparel but did not contact all users about the change.

Online Platforms Response

Numerous buyers and vendors are expressing on platforms stating that platform listings now display an altered size classification compared to what was initially listed due to the recalibration.

The platform stated the new system was more in line with similar services.

They have suggested members to examine their items and update the measurements by hand when needed, causing user dissatisfaction.

Measurement Approach Modifications

Earlier, the sizes had both a single numeric size and a letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.

The updated approach includes a letter with a size spectrum like S/UK 8-10.

In some cases, the measurements have been reclassified - such as a large size used to be a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.

Shopper Experiences

A fashion influencer, who produces content about larger sizing, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".

"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.

Another user, based in Glasgow, explained products she uploaded featuring size 14 markings were showing in the marketplace as size 20–22.

"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they may become frustrated," she stated.

Necessary Adjustments

A different user, located in England, explained she became annoyed due to the update requiring manual adjustment the measurements for "each individual item".

"This situation is especially annoying, since I have chronic health issues and platform income has been essential following partial earnings loss," she stated.

Platform Context

The platform boasts over 100 million shoppers, including 18 million in the UK.

It has proved a popular alternative to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.

This is not the initial instance when a surprising modification to the app has proved unpopular: previously, Vinted reversed a change to its shipping options after backlash from users.