Vinted Shoppers Express Anger About Size Updates
Members of the platform have expressed outrage after an update resulted in items being listed as the wrong size.
The second-hand shopping app has revised its measurement guidelines for women's and children's clothes without notifying every member regarding the update.
Online Platforms Reaction
Numerous buyers and vendors are posting online saying Vinted listings now show an altered size classification compared to what was initially listed because of the remapping.
Vinted explained the revised method more closely matches other platforms.
The platform has recommended to examine their items and update the measurements by hand if necessary, resulting in member annoyance.
Measurement Approach Updates
Previously, the sizing featured one number and one letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features a letter and a range for example S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the sizing has been recategorised - for example a size L was previously a 12 but now shows as UK 16-18.
User Accounts
Frankie Bridger, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," the way the service now categorizes.
A different member, based in Glasgow, explained products she uploaded with size 14 tags were appearing on the platform as measurements 20-22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they may become frustrated," she said.
Necessary Adjustments
Charlotte Lunn, based in Derby, said she had been left angered because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizing for "all her products".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, since I have chronic health issues and Vinted sales have been crucial following partial earnings loss," she said.
Marketplace Information
The service features exceeding 100 million users, with 18 million British users.
It has become a favored option versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This isn't the first time where an unanticipated change within the service has received backlash: last year, the platform withdrew an update regarding delivery choices following member complaints.
