🔗 Share this article Vinted Members Express Anger Regarding Size Modifications Members of the platform have expressed outrage after an update resulted in listings displaying inaccurate size information. The popular resale platform has altered its sizing categories for female and kids' apparel failing to inform all users about the change. Social Media Backlash Numerous buyers and vendors are posting online stating that platform listings now display a modified sizing category than originally posted as a result of the reclassification. The company said the updated approach better aligns with comparable marketplaces. The platform has recommended to review their products and update the measurements by hand when needed, which has left users frustrated. Measurement Approach Modifications Earlier, the sizing featured a single numeric size and a letter, for instance S/8 or M/10. The updated approach includes a letter with a size spectrum such as S/UK 8-10. For certain items, the size labels have been reassigned - for example a size L was formerly size 12 but is now a UK 16-18. Member Experiences A fashion influencer, who produces content about larger sizing, 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, from Glasgow, explained products she uploaded featuring size 14 markings were appearing on the platform as larger sizing 20-22. "Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they will likely be quite upset," she explained. Required Changes A different user, from Derby, stated she felt frustrated due to the update requiring manual adjustment the measurements for "each individual item". "For me this is particularly frustrating, since I have chronic health issues and selling on Vinted has been paramount for me since losing part of my income," she explained. Service Background The platform boasts over 100 million members, comprising 18 million UK members. It has proved a popular alternative to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop. This is not the initial instance when a surprising modification within the service has received backlash: earlier, the platform withdrew an update regarding delivery choices following member complaints.