The second-hand marketplace Members Share Displeasure About Size Changes
Members of the platform have expressed outrage after an update resulted in products showing incorrect sizing.
This online marketplace has altered its size classifications for female and kids' apparel failing to inform every member regarding the update.
Social Media Reaction
Numerous buyers and vendors have taken to social media saying Vinted listings now show an altered size classification versus the original listing due to the recalibration.
The platform stated the revised method more closely matches similar services.
It has advised users to examine their items and adjust the sizing manually where appropriate, which has left users frustrated.
Measurement Approach Changes
Previously, the measurements included numerical and alphabetical indicators, like S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter with a size spectrum such as S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the sizing has been recategorised - such as a large size was formerly size 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
Member Accounts
Frankie Bridger, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, said the change "makes both selling and buying harder".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.
A different member, from Glasgow, explained products she uploaded on Vinted with size 14 labels were appearing on the platform as larger sizing 20-22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they may become frustrated," she said.
Necessary Adjustments
A different user, based in Derby, stated she felt frustrated by the change as she had to manually change the sizing for "all her products".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, since I have chronic health issues and selling on Vinted has been paramount after experiencing income reduction," she said.
Service Background
The app has more than 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 is not the initial instance that an unexpected update to the app has proved unpopular: earlier, the service retracted a modification to its shipping options after backlash from users.
