Vinted Users Voice Frustration Regarding Sizing Modifications
Vinted users have been reacting angrily following a change that caused items being listed as the wrong size.
The second-hand shopping app has altered its measurement guidelines for women's and children's clothes without notifying every member regarding the update.
Online Platforms Backlash
Numerous buyers and vendors are expressing on platforms saying Vinted listings now show a modified sizing category compared to what was initially listed as a result of the reclassification.
The company said the revised method more closely matches other platforms.
It has advised users to review their products and adjust the sizing manually if necessary, resulting in member annoyance.
Measurement Approach Updates
Earlier, the measurements included one number and one letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter and a range such as S/UK 8-10.
With some products, the sizing has been recategorised - like an L measurement was formerly size 12 but now shows as UK 16-18.
Shopper Experiences
A fashion influencer, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Rarely do manufacturers list XL as sizes 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
A different member, located in Scotland, stated items she posted featuring size 14 markings were showing in the marketplace as measurements 20-22.
"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they may become frustrated," she said.
Necessary Adjustments
Another shopper, from Derby, explained she became annoyed due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizes on "every single listing".
"This situation is especially annoying, 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 platform boasts over 100 million members, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has proved a popular alternative compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop.
This is not the initial instance where an unanticipated change to the app has proved unpopular: previously, the platform withdrew an update concerning shipment methods following member complaints.