🔗 Share this article Vinted Users Share Anger About Size Changes Shoppers are voicing their frustration due to a modification that led to listings displaying inaccurate size information. The second-hand shopping app has altered its size classifications for female and kids' apparel without notifying all shoppers about the modification. Digital Channels Response Many shoppers and sellers are posting online stating that platform listings now display a modified sizing category compared to what was initially listed because of the remapping. The platform stated the updated approach better aligns with comparable marketplaces. It has advised users to check their listings and manually change the size if necessary, causing user dissatisfaction. Measurement Approach Updates Previously, the sizes had both a single numeric size and a letter, like S/8 or M/10. The revised method features an alphabetical indicator and numerical range for example S/UK 8-10. In some cases, the size labels have been reassigned - like an L measurement was previously a 12 but is now a UK 16-18. Shopper Experiences Frankie Bridger, who creates plus-size fashion videos, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling". "Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," which is what Vinted now does. Stephanie Gallen, based in Glasgow, explained products she uploaded featuring size 14 markings were appearing on the platform as size 20–22. "If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they may become frustrated," she stated. Required Changes A different user, based in Derby, stated she felt frustrated because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizes on "every single listing". "This situation is especially annoying, because of my ongoing medical condition and selling on Vinted has been paramount for me since losing part of my income," she said. Platform Context The service features exceeding 100 million members, including 18 million in the UK. It has proved a popular alternative versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop. This is not the initial instance where an unanticipated change to the app has proved unpopular: previously, Vinted reversed a change regarding delivery choices due to shopper criticism.