🔗 Share this article The second-hand marketplace Members Express Frustration Regarding Sizing Modifications Shoppers are voicing their frustration following a change that caused listings displaying inaccurate size information. The second-hand shopping app has revised its measurement guidelines for women's and children's garments but did not contact all users about the change. Digital Channels Response Countless users and merchants are expressing on platforms saying Vinted listings now show an altered size classification than originally posted as a result of the reclassification. Vinted explained the revised method more closely matches comparable marketplaces. The platform has recommended to check their listings and adjust the sizing manually if necessary, resulting in member annoyance. Measurement Approach Modifications Before the change, the sizing featured one number and one letter, like S/8 or M/10. The revised method features an alphabetical indicator and numerical range like S/UK 8-10. In some cases, the size labels have been reassigned - for example a size L was formerly size 12 but now shows as UK 16-18. User Stories A fashion influencer, who produces content about larger sizing, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult". "Rarely do manufacturers list XL as sizes 20-22," which is what Vinted now does. Stephanie Gallen, located in Scotland, stated items she posted on Vinted with size 14 labels were showing in the marketplace as measurements 20-22. "If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they may become frustrated," she stated. Necessary Adjustments Charlotte Lunn, located in England, said she had been left angered by the change as she had to manually change the sizing for "all her products". "For me this is particularly frustrating, because of my ongoing medical condition and platform income has been essential after experiencing income reduction," she stated. Platform Context The platform boasts over 100 million members, including 18 million in the UK. It has become a favored option to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop. This isn't the first time that an unexpected update on the platform has faced criticism: earlier, the service retracted a modification regarding delivery choices after backlash from users.