Shoppers are voicing their frustration after an update resulted in items being listed as the wrong size.
The popular resale platform has updated its measurement guidelines for female and kids' apparel without notifying all shoppers about the modification.
Social Media Reaction
Countless users and merchants are posting online saying Vinted listings now show a different size category versus the original listing as a result of the reclassification.
The company said the new system was more in line with comparable marketplaces.
The platform has recommended to check their listings and update the measurements by hand if necessary, resulting in member annoyance.
Sizing System Changes
Previously, the measurements included a single numeric size and a letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter and a range like S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the sizing has been recategorised - such as a large size was previously a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
User Stories
Frankie Bridger, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.
Stephanie Gallen, from Glasgow, said garments she listed on Vinted with size 14 labels were showing in the marketplace as size 20–22.
"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they're going to be very disappointed," she explained.
Required Changes
A different user, from Derby, stated she felt frustrated because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizing for "all her products".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, because of my ongoing medical condition and platform income has been essential for me since losing part of my income," she said.
Marketplace Information
The platform boasts over 100 million shoppers, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has emerged as a preferred choice to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This is not the initial instance where an unanticipated change within the service has received backlash: last year, the platform withdrew an update concerning shipment methods following member complaints.
