Vinted Users Express Anger About Sizing Changes
Vinted users have been reacting angrily following a change that caused items being listed as the wrong size.
This online marketplace has updated its sizing categories for female and kids' apparel but did not contact every member regarding the update.
Social Media Backlash
Numerous buyers and vendors have taken to social media stating that platform listings now display an altered size classification than originally posted because of the remapping.
The company said the new system was more in line with other platforms.
They have suggested members to examine their items and manually change the size if necessary, resulting in member annoyance.
Size Classification Updates
Previously, the measurements included a single numeric size and a letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter with a size spectrum like S/UK 8-10.
With some products, the size labels have been reassigned - such as a large size was previously a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Member Stories
A fashion influencer, who creates plus-size fashion videos, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," the way the service now categorizes.
Another user, located in Scotland, said garments she listed featuring size 14 markings were appearing on the platform as measurements 20-22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they will likely be quite upset," she stated.
Required Changes
A different user, located in England, stated she felt frustrated because the modification necessitated personal updates the measurements for "each individual item".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, because of my ongoing medical condition and Vinted sales have been crucial for me since losing part of my income," she explained.
Marketplace Information
The app has more than 100 million members, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has emerged as a preferred choice compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop.
This isn't the first time when a surprising modification on the platform has faced criticism: earlier, the service retracted a modification concerning shipment methods following member complaints.
