Vinted Members Voice Frustration Regarding Size Changes
Vinted users have been reacting angrily due to a modification that led to products showing incorrect sizing.
The popular resale platform has updated its size classifications for female and kids' apparel failing to inform all users about the change.
Social Media Reaction
Many shoppers and sellers are posting online claiming that product pages now present a modified sizing category versus the original listing due to the recalibration.
The company said 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.
Measurement Approach Changes
Earlier, the measurements included one number and one letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features a letter and a range like S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the measurements have been reclassified - like an L measurement was formerly size 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Shopper Experiences
A fashion influencer, who produces content about larger sizing, said the change "makes both selling and buying harder".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
Another user, located in Scotland, explained products she uploaded with size 14 tags were showing in the marketplace as larger sizing 20-22.
"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they may become frustrated," she stated.
Manual Updates
Another shopper, from Derby, stated she felt frustrated due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizes on "every single listing".
"This situation is especially annoying, since I have chronic health issues and platform income has been essential for me since losing part of my income," she stated.
Platform Context
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 represents another occasion when a surprising modification to the app has proved unpopular: previously, the service retracted a modification to its shipping options due to shopper criticism.
