Vinted Users Furious Over New Sizing Changes
Vinted users are expressing their frustration following recent updates that altered the sizing categories for women’s and children’s clothing. This change has led to many items being misrepresented in terms of size, sparking considerable backlash across social media platforms.
Users React to New Sizing Changes
The popular second-hand shopping app, Vinted, implemented a remapping of its sizing categories without adequately informing all its users. This lack of communication has left many sellers and buyers upset. A TikTok user described the sizing conversion process as a “nightmare.”
Sizing System Update Details
According to Vinted, the updated sizing guidelines aim to align the platform with other marketplaces. The new system changes sizes from a single numeric representation combined with a letter (e.g., S/8) to a format that includes a range (e.g., S/UK 8-10). For instance, a size L used to correlate with a UK 12 but is now categorized as a UK 16-18.
- Previous Size Representation: S/8, M/10
- New Size Representation: S/UK 8-10, M/UK 10-12
- Example of Recategorization: L (UK 12) now equals UK 16-18
- XXL/16 changed to XXL/UK 24-26
User Feedback Highlights
Many users have expressed dissatisfaction. Hannah-Abby, a 35-year-old from Devon, mentioned she was compelled to switch her account to “holiday mode” due to the cumbersome task of updating listings. She indicated that the sizing change left her reluctant to make future purchases on Vinted.
Stephanie Gallen, a user from Glasgow, reported that her size 14 listings were inaccurately displayed as size 20-22. She expressed concern about potential buyers being misled. Likewise, Charlotte Lunn from Derby voiced her frustration about manually altering sizes on each listing due to the update.
Community Response and Recommendations
Many sellers have taken to social media to air their grievances, with TikTok influencers and users alike criticizing the company’s approach. Frankie Bridger, a content creator focusing on plus-size fashion, highlighted that the changes complicate both buying and selling processes, stating that not all brands define size XL in the same way.
In response to user feedback, Vinted representatives indicated that UK members would receive direct communications about the updates. They also directed users to the Vinted help center for further details. However, many remain unconvinced about the effectiveness of the changes.
The controversy surrounding Vinted’s new sizing categories continues, as users advocate for clearer communication and more user-friendly systems. Both buyers and sellers hope for a reassessment of these changes to improve the overall experience on the platform.
