Vinted Users Express Frustration Regarding Size Updates
Vinted users have been reacting angrily following a change that caused items being listed as the wrong size.
This online marketplace has altered its size classifications for women's and children's garments without notifying all users about the change.
Online Platforms Response
Many shoppers and sellers have taken to social media saying Vinted listings now show a modified sizing category than originally posted due to the recalibration.
The platform stated the new system was more in line with other platforms.
The platform has recommended to check their listings and manually change the size if necessary, resulting in member annoyance.
Measurement Approach Changes
Previously, the sizes had both numerical and alphabetical indicators, like S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter with a size spectrum like S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the sizing has been recategorised - such as a large size used to be a 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
Member Accounts
Frankie Bridger, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
Stephanie Gallen, located in Scotland, said garments she listed with size 14 tags were displaying on the service as measurements 20-22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they will likely be quite upset," she explained.
Manual Updates
A different user, located in England, stated she felt frustrated because the modification necessitated personal updates the measurements for "each individual item".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, because of my ongoing medical condition and Vinted sales have been crucial after experiencing income reduction," she explained.
Platform Context
The platform boasts over 100 million shoppers, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has emerged as a preferred choice to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This isn't the first time that an unexpected update on the platform has faced criticism: previously, the platform withdrew an update regarding delivery choices after backlash from users.
