Vinted Users Express Anger Regarding Size Changes
Members of the platform have expressed outrage following a change that caused listings displaying inaccurate size information.
This online marketplace has altered its measurement guidelines for women's and children's garments without notifying every member regarding the update.
Online Platforms Reaction
Many shoppers and sellers have taken to social media saying Vinted listings now show a modified sizing category versus the original listing because of the remapping.
The platform stated the updated approach better aligns with comparable marketplaces.
They have suggested members to review their products and adjust the sizing manually if necessary, causing user dissatisfaction.
Sizing System Updates
Previously, the measurements included a single numeric size and a letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter and a range like S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the sizing has been recategorised - for example a size L used to be a 12 but now shows as UK 16-18.
User Stories
Frankie Bridger, who produces content about larger sizing, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
Another user, based in Glasgow, said garments she listed with size 14 tags were displaying on the service as larger sizing 20-22.
"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they're going to be very disappointed," she said.
Required Changes
Another shopper, located in England, said she had been left angered because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizing for "all her products".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, since I have chronic health issues and selling on Vinted has been paramount following partial earnings loss," she explained.
Service Background
The platform boasts over 100 million shoppers, with 18 million British users.
It has become a favored option to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion when a surprising modification on the platform has faced criticism: earlier, the platform withdrew an update to its shipping options due to shopper criticism.