Vinted Users Express Frustration Over Sizing Updates
Members of the platform have expressed outrage following a change that caused items being listed as the wrong size.
This online marketplace has revised its sizing categories for female and kids' apparel but did not contact all shoppers about the modification.
Digital Channels Reaction
Numerous buyers and vendors have taken to social media stating that platform listings now display a modified sizing category compared to what was initially listed as a result of the reclassification.
Vinted explained the revised method more closely matches similar services.
They have suggested members to review their products and adjust the sizing manually when needed, which has left users frustrated.
Sizing System Modifications
Previously, the measurements included one number and one letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features a letter with a size spectrum such as S/UK 8-10.
With some products, the measurements have been reclassified - for example a size L used to be a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Member Experiences
Frankie Bridger, who creates plus-size fashion videos, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Rarely do manufacturers list XL as sizes 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.
Another user, located in Scotland, stated items she posted featuring size 14 markings were appearing on the platform as measurements 20-22.
"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they may become frustrated," she said.
Manual Updates
Charlotte Lunn, based in Derby, said she had been left angered by the change as she had to manually change the sizing for "all her products".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, as I'm chronically ill and platform income has been essential following partial earnings loss," she explained.
Platform Context
The app has more than 100 million users, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has become a favored option versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion when a surprising modification on the platform has faced criticism: previously, the service retracted a modification concerning shipment methods following member complaints.
