Vinted Members Share Displeasure About Sizing Updates
Vinted users have been reacting angrily following a change that caused listings displaying inaccurate size information.
The popular resale platform has altered its size classifications for female and kids' apparel failing to inform all shoppers about the modification.
Online Platforms Response
Countless users and merchants are posting online claiming that product pages now present an altered size classification compared to what was initially listed because of the remapping.
The platform stated the updated approach better aligns with similar services.
It has advised users to examine their items and update the measurements by hand if necessary, which has left users frustrated.
Measurement Approach Modifications
Previously, the measurements included numerical and alphabetical indicators, like S/8 or M/10.
The updated approach includes an alphabetical indicator and numerical range such as S/UK 8-10.
With some products, the size labels have been reassigned - such as a large size was formerly size 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Shopper Experiences
Frankie Bridger, who creates plus-size fashion videos, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," the way the service now categorizes.
A different member, from Glasgow, stated items she posted featuring size 14 markings were displaying on the service as larger sizing 20-22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they may become frustrated," she stated.
Necessary Adjustments
A different user, from Derby, explained she became annoyed due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizes on "every single listing".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, as I'm chronically ill and platform income has been essential following partial earnings loss," she stated.
Marketplace Information
The app has more than 100 million users, including 18 million in the UK.
It has emerged as a preferred choice 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 service retracted a modification regarding delivery choices after backlash from users.
