The second-hand marketplace Shoppers Express Frustration Over Size Modifications
Members of the platform have expressed outrage after an update resulted in items being listed as the wrong size.
This online marketplace has altered its size classifications for women's and children's garments failing to inform all users about the change.
Social Media Reaction
Many shoppers and sellers are expressing on platforms saying Vinted listings now show a modified sizing category than originally posted as a result of the reclassification.
Vinted explained the revised method more closely matches other platforms.
They have suggested members to examine their items and manually change the size where appropriate, causing user dissatisfaction.
Measurement Approach Updates
Before the change, the sizes had both one number and one letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The new system has 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 previously a 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
Member Stories
A fashion influencer, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," the way the service now categorizes.
Another user, based in Glasgow, explained products she uploaded featuring size 14 markings were appearing on the platform as measurements 20-22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they will likely be quite upset," she stated.
Manual Updates
A different user, from Derby, explained she became annoyed because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizes on "every single listing".
"This situation is especially annoying, as I'm chronically ill and Vinted sales have been crucial after experiencing income reduction," she said.
Platform Context
The app has more than 100 million users, with 18 million British users.
It has become a favored option compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop.
This isn't the first time that an unexpected update to the app has proved unpopular: previously, the platform withdrew an update regarding delivery choices following member complaints.
