Vinted Users Share Displeasure Over Size Updates
Members of the platform have expressed outrage following a change that caused products showing incorrect sizing.
The second-hand shopping app has revised its measurement guidelines for female and kids' apparel without notifying every member regarding the update.
Digital Channels Backlash
Many shoppers and sellers are expressing on platforms saying Vinted listings now show a modified sizing category than originally posted as a result of the reclassification.
The platform stated the new system was more in line with similar services.
It has advised users to examine their items and adjust the sizing manually when needed, which has left users frustrated.
Size Classification Updates
Earlier, the measurements included a single numeric size and a letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The new system has an alphabetical indicator and numerical range for example S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the sizing has been recategorised - for example a size L used to be a 12 but now shows as UK 16-18.
Shopper Accounts
A fashion influencer, who produces content about larger sizing, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," the way the service now categorizes.
A different member, from Glasgow, stated items she posted featuring size 14 markings were showing in the marketplace as measurements 20-22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they may become frustrated," she said.
Required Changes
A different user, from Derby, explained she became annoyed due to the update requiring manual adjustment 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 stated.
Marketplace Information
The platform boasts over 100 million users, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has emerged as a preferred choice to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This isn't the first time that an unexpected update within the service has received backlash: earlier, the platform withdrew an update to its shipping options following member complaints.
