Vinted Members Share Anger Regarding Size Changes
Vinted users have been reacting angrily after an update resulted in items being listed as the wrong size.
The popular resale platform has updated its size classifications for female and kids' apparel but did not contact all shoppers about the modification.
Social Media Backlash
Countless users and merchants are posting online stating that platform listings now display an altered size classification than originally posted because of the remapping.
The platform stated the revised method more closely matches comparable marketplaces.
They have suggested members to review their products and update the measurements by hand when needed, causing user dissatisfaction.
Sizing System Modifications
Previously, the sizes had both numerical and alphabetical indicators, such as S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter with a size spectrum like S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the measurements have been reclassified - for example a size L was previously a 12 but now shows as UK 16-18.
Member Accounts
Frankie Bridger, who creates plus-size fashion videos, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.
Another user, based in Glasgow, stated items she posted featuring size 14 markings were showing in the marketplace as measurements 20-22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they're going to be very disappointed," she explained.
Necessary Adjustments
A different user, from Derby, said she had been left angered due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizes on "every single listing".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, since I have chronic health issues and selling on Vinted has been paramount for me since losing part of my income," she said.
Marketplace Information
The service features exceeding 100 million members, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has proved a popular alternative versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This isn't the first time where an unanticipated change to the app has proved unpopular: earlier, the service retracted a modification regarding delivery choices after backlash from users.
