A Vinted seller has voiced her frustration about what she considers one of the most irritating requests buyers make on the popular second-hand fashion platform.
The Viral Complaint
TikTok user @midlife_suits_me sparked widespread discussion after sharing her exasperation with buyers asking for detailed garment measurements. In her viral video, she stated: "No Sarah from Reading, I'm not sending you armpit to armpit measurements for a £3 top. This is Vinted, not Selfridges."
The sentiment resonated with many other sellers on the platform, who described similar experiences as "annoying" and admitted they "hated" receiving such requests. However, the complaint also drew criticism from buyers who argued that requesting measurements is reasonable when purchasing clothing online.
Divided Opinions Among Users
The seller's complaint has highlighted a significant divide within the Vinted community about what constitutes reasonable buyer behaviour. One user countered: "God forbid people want to buy an item that fits."
Another commenter suggested that detailed measurement requests might actually benefit sellers, noting: "Would rather that then them complain it doesn't fit and try to return."
Vinted, which has established itself as Europe's leading second-hand fashion marketplace, enables millions of users worldwide to buy and sell pre-loved clothing, accessories, and gadgets. While the platform allows for price negotiation and item inquiries, this recent discussion reveals ongoing tensions about expectations between buyers and sellers.
Recent Platform Changes
The measurement debate comes shortly after Vinted implemented significant changes to its women's sizing system. On Monday, November 10, the platform began grouping sizes together, replacing individual letter sizes with numerical ranges.
Under the new system, XS now corresponds to sizes 4-6, S represents 8-10, and M covers 12-14. This adjustment has been applied retroactively to existing listings, causing concern among some users about how it might affect their current items and future sales.
A Vinted spokesperson addressed the changes, stating: "We've updated our size guidelines for women's and kid's clothing to make sizing more accurate across international brands." The company confirmed that UK members received notification about these updates through their Vinted inboxes, with comprehensive information available in the Help Centre.
These simultaneous developments - both the user debate about measurement requests and the platform's sizing overhaul - highlight the evolving challenges of standardising the second-hand fashion experience for a diverse international user base.
