🔗 Share this article The second-hand marketplace Shoppers Express Anger About Sizing Updates Members of the platform have expressed outrage after an update resulted in items being listed as the wrong size. The popular resale platform has altered its size classifications for women's and children's garments but did not contact all shoppers about the modification. Digital Channels Backlash Countless users and merchants are posting online saying Vinted listings now show a modified sizing category than originally posted because of the remapping. The platform stated the updated approach better aligns with other platforms. They have suggested members to review their products and adjust the sizing manually if necessary, resulting in member annoyance. Measurement Approach Modifications Earlier, the sizing featured numerical and alphabetical indicators, like S/8 or M/10. The updated approach includes a letter with a size spectrum such as S/UK 8-10. In some cases, the size labels have been reassigned - such as a large size was formerly size 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18. User Accounts A fashion influencer, who creates plus-size fashion videos, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult". "Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," the way the service now categorizes. A different member, based in Glasgow, explained products she uploaded on Vinted with size 14 labels were appearing on the platform as measurements 20-22. "Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they may become frustrated," she stated. Necessary Adjustments A different user, located in England, stated she felt frustrated because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizes on "every single listing". "This situation is especially annoying, as I'm chronically ill and Vinted sales have been crucial after experiencing income reduction," she said. Service Background The platform boasts over 100 million users, 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 on the platform has faced criticism: previously, Vinted reversed a change regarding delivery choices after backlash from users.