🔗 Share this article The second-hand marketplace Users Express Anger About Size Changes Vinted users have been reacting angrily following a change that caused listings displaying inaccurate size information. The popular resale platform has altered its sizing categories for women's and children's clothes but did not contact every member regarding the update. Social Media Response Numerous buyers and vendors are expressing on platforms saying Vinted listings now show a modified sizing category versus the original listing because of the remapping. Vinted explained the updated approach better aligns with other platforms. The platform has recommended to examine their items and adjust the sizing manually if necessary, causing user dissatisfaction. Measurement Approach Updates Previously, the sizing featured one number and one letter, such as S/8 or M/10. The revised method features an alphabetical indicator and numerical range such as S/UK 8-10. For certain items, the sizing has been recategorised - like an L measurement used to be a 12 but now shows as UK 16-18. Member Stories A fashion influencer, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, said the change "makes both selling and buying harder". "Rarely do manufacturers list XL as sizes 20-22," the way the service now categorizes. Stephanie Gallen, located in Scotland, explained products she uploaded on Vinted with size 14 labels were appearing on the platform as larger sizing 20-22. "If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they may become frustrated," she stated. Necessary Adjustments A different user, from Derby, explained she became annoyed by the change as she had to manually change the sizing for "all her products". "For me this is particularly frustrating, since I have chronic health issues and platform income has been essential for me since losing part of my income," she stated. Platform Context The app has more than 100 million members, including 18 million in the UK. It has proved a popular alternative compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop. This represents another occasion where an unanticipated change on the platform has faced criticism: earlier, the platform withdrew an update to its shipping options after backlash from users.