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Vinted users have been reacting angrily following a change that caused products showing incorrect sizing.

The second-hand shopping app has altered its size classifications for women's and children's garments without notifying every member regarding the update.

Social Media Reaction

Numerous buyers and vendors are expressing on platforms stating that platform listings now display a different size category than originally posted as a result of the reclassification.

The platform stated the updated approach better aligns with similar services.

They have suggested members to check their listings and update the measurements by hand when needed, which has left users frustrated.

Size Classification Changes

Previously, the sizes had both numerical and alphabetical indicators, such as S/8 or M/10.

The new system has an alphabetical indicator and numerical range like S/UK 8-10.

With some products, the sizing has been recategorised - such as a large size used to be a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.

Shopper Experiences

One content creator, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".

"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.

Another user, located in Scotland, said garments she listed on Vinted with size 14 labels were showing in the marketplace as size 20–22.

"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they're going to be very disappointed," she stated.

Necessary Adjustments

Another shopper, from Derby, said she had been left angered because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizes on "every single listing".

"This situation is especially annoying, because of my ongoing medical condition and platform income has been essential for me since losing part of my income," she explained.

Platform Context

The platform boasts over 100 million shoppers, with 18 million British users.

It has emerged as a preferred choice versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.

This isn't the first time where an unanticipated change on the platform has faced criticism: previously, the service retracted a modification concerning shipment methods after backlash from users.