The second-hand marketplace Members Express Anger Regarding Size Modifications
Vinted users have been reacting angrily after an update resulted in products showing incorrect sizing.
The second-hand shopping app has altered its size classifications for women's and children's clothes without notifying all users about the change.
Social Media Reaction
Many shoppers and sellers are posting online saying Vinted listings now show an altered size classification compared to what was initially listed as a result of the reclassification.
The platform stated the updated approach better aligns with other platforms.
The platform has recommended to check their listings and update the measurements by hand when needed, resulting in member annoyance.
Sizing System Changes
Earlier, the sizing featured one number and one letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter and a range for example S/UK 8-10.
With some products, the size labels have been reassigned - such as a large size was previously a 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
Shopper Stories
One content creator, who produces content about larger sizing, said the change "makes both selling and buying harder".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.
A different member, from Glasgow, said garments she listed on Vinted with size 14 labels were appearing on the platform as measurements 20-22.
"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they will likely be quite upset," she said.
Necessary Adjustments
Charlotte Lunn, based in Derby, explained she became annoyed because the modification necessitated personal updates the measurements for "each individual item".
"This situation is especially annoying, since I have chronic health issues and Vinted sales have been crucial following partial earnings loss," she explained.
Platform Context
The platform boasts over 100 million users, including 18 million in the UK.
It has proved a popular alternative versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This isn't the first time when a surprising modification on the platform has faced criticism: last year, the platform withdrew an update concerning shipment methods after backlash from users.