The second-hand marketplace Members Share Anger Over Size Changes
Vinted users have been reacting angrily following a change that caused listings displaying inaccurate size information.
The second-hand shopping app has revised its size classifications for female and kids' apparel without notifying all users about the change.
Social Media Backlash
Many shoppers and sellers are posting online stating that platform listings now display an altered size classification than originally posted as a result of the reclassification.
Vinted explained the updated approach better aligns with similar services.
It has advised users to examine their items and adjust the sizing manually when needed, which has left users frustrated.
Size Classification Updates
Earlier, the measurements included a single numeric size and a letter, such as 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 measurements have been reclassified - like an L measurement used to be a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Member Accounts
One content creator, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.
Stephanie Gallen, from Glasgow, stated items she posted featuring size 14 markings were showing in the marketplace as larger sizing 20-22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they will likely be quite upset," she stated.
Manual Updates
Another shopper, from Derby, explained she became annoyed by the change as she had to manually change the measurements for "each individual item".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, because of my ongoing medical condition and platform income has been essential following partial earnings loss," she explained.
Service Background
The service features exceeding 100 million members, including 18 million in the UK.
It has emerged as a preferred choice versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This is not the initial instance when a surprising modification to the app has proved unpopular: previously, the platform withdrew an update regarding delivery choices after backlash from users.
