Vinted Users Share Anger Over Sizing Updates
Shoppers are voicing their frustration after an update resulted in listings displaying inaccurate size information.
The popular resale platform has updated its sizing categories for female and kids' apparel but did not contact all shoppers about the modification.
Digital Channels Reaction
Numerous buyers and vendors are expressing on platforms saying Vinted listings now show an altered size classification than originally posted due to the recalibration.
Vinted explained the new system was more in line with comparable marketplaces.
They have suggested members to examine their items and manually change the size if necessary, which has left users frustrated.
Measurement Approach Updates
Previously, the sizing featured a single numeric size and a letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features an alphabetical indicator and numerical range like S/UK 8-10.
With some products, the measurements have been reclassified - like an L measurement was previously a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Member Accounts
One content creator, who creates plus-size fashion videos, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
Stephanie Gallen, located in Scotland, said garments she listed on Vinted with size 14 labels were displaying on the service as measurements 20-22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they will likely be quite upset," she stated.
Required Changes
A different user, based in Derby, explained she became annoyed due to the update requiring manual adjustment the measurements for "each individual item".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, as I'm chronically ill and Vinted sales have been crucial after experiencing income reduction," she stated.
Service Background
The service features exceeding 100 million users, including 18 million in the UK.
It has emerged as a preferred choice to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion when a surprising modification to the app has proved unpopular: previously, Vinted reversed a change concerning shipment methods due to shopper criticism.
