Vinted Users Voice Displeasure About Size Changes
Vinted users have been reacting angrily following a change that caused items being listed as the wrong size.
This online marketplace has altered its measurement guidelines for women's and children's garments but did not contact all users about the change.
Online Platforms Backlash
Many shoppers and sellers have taken to social media stating that platform listings now display a different size category versus the original listing as a result of the reclassification.
The company said the updated approach better aligns with similar services.
They have suggested members to examine their items and adjust the sizing manually if necessary, resulting in member annoyance.
Sizing System Modifications
Earlier, the sizes had both one number and one letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The updated approach includes a letter with a size spectrum like S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the sizing has been recategorised - like an L measurement was previously a 12 but now shows as UK 16-18.
User Accounts
One content creator, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
Another user, based in Glasgow, 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 said.
Necessary Adjustments
Charlotte Lunn, located in England, explained she became annoyed due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizes on "every single listing".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, since I have chronic health issues and selling on Vinted has been paramount for me since losing part of my income," she said.
Service Background
The platform boasts over 100 million users, with 18 million British users.
It has emerged as a preferred choice to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This is not the initial instance when a surprising modification on the platform has faced criticism: previously, the platform withdrew an update regarding delivery choices after backlash from users.
