Vinted Members Express Anger Over Size Updates
Vinted users have been reacting angrily after an update resulted in items being listed as the wrong size.
The second-hand shopping app has revised its size classifications for women's and children's garments but did not contact all users about the change.
Social Media Reaction
Numerous buyers and vendors are expressing on platforms stating that platform listings now display an altered size classification than originally posted because of the remapping.
Vinted explained the updated approach better aligns with other platforms.
It has advised users to review their products and update the measurements by hand where appropriate, resulting in member annoyance.
Sizing System Modifications
Before the change, the sizing featured one number and one letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The updated approach includes a letter with a size spectrum for example S/UK 8-10.
With some products, the sizing has been recategorised - like an L measurement was formerly size 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
Shopper Experiences
One content creator, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, said the change "makes both selling and buying harder".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," the way the service now categorizes.
Another user, from Glasgow, stated items she posted on Vinted with size 14 labels were displaying on the service as larger sizing 20-22.
"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they will likely be quite upset," she said.
Required Changes
Charlotte Lunn, located in England, explained she became annoyed due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizing for "all her products".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, as I'm chronically ill and Vinted sales have been crucial after experiencing income reduction," she said.
Service Background
The service features exceeding 100 million members, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has proved a popular alternative versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion when a surprising modification on the platform has faced criticism: previously, Vinted reversed a change concerning shipment methods due to shopper criticism.
