Vinted Users Voice Frustration Regarding Size Modifications
Vinted users have been reacting angrily due to a modification that led to items being listed as the wrong size.
The popular resale platform has altered its measurement guidelines for female and kids' apparel without notifying all users about the change.
Digital Channels Backlash
Countless users and merchants are posting online saying Vinted listings now show an altered size classification versus the original listing because of the remapping.
The company said the new system was more in line with similar services.
The platform has recommended to review their products and manually change the size when needed, resulting in member annoyance.
Size Classification Changes
Previously, the measurements included one number and one letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter with a size spectrum for example S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the measurements have been reclassified - such as a large size was previously a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Shopper Experiences
One content creator, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Rarely do manufacturers list XL as sizes 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
A different member, located in Scotland, said garments she listed featuring size 14 markings were showing in the marketplace as size 20–22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they may become frustrated," she stated.
Necessary Adjustments
Another shopper, located in England, said she had been left angered by the change as she had to manually change the sizing for "all her products".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, because of my ongoing medical condition and selling on Vinted has been paramount following partial earnings loss," she said.
Service Background
The platform boasts over 100 million members, with 18 million British users.
It has emerged as a preferred choice versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion that an unexpected update within the service has received backlash: last year, Vinted reversed a change to its shipping options after backlash from users.
