The second-hand marketplace Members Share Displeasure About Size Changes
Vinted users have been reacting angrily after an update resulted in listings displaying inaccurate size information.
The popular resale platform has altered its sizing categories for women's and children's clothes without notifying every member regarding the update.
Social Media Backlash
Numerous buyers and vendors are posting online stating that platform listings now display a modified sizing category compared to what was initially listed because of the remapping.
Vinted explained the revised method more closely matches comparable marketplaces.
It has advised users to examine their items and adjust the sizing manually where appropriate, resulting in member annoyance.
Measurement Approach Updates
Previously, the measurements included one number and one letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features a letter with a size spectrum like S/UK 8-10.
With some products, the measurements have been reclassified - for example a size L was formerly size 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Member 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," which is what Vinted now does.
A different member, located in Scotland, explained products she uploaded on Vinted with size 14 labels were appearing on the platform as larger sizing 20-22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they're going to be very disappointed," she stated.
Required Changes
Charlotte Lunn, located in England, explained she became annoyed by the change as she had to manually change the sizing for "all her products".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, because of my ongoing medical condition and Vinted sales have been crucial after experiencing income reduction," she explained.
Service Background
The service features exceeding 100 million shoppers, with 18 million British users.
It has become a favored option to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This isn't the first time where an unanticipated change within the service has received backlash: previously, the platform withdrew an update to its shipping options due to shopper criticism.
