The second-hand marketplace Members Share Anger Over Size Modifications
Vinted users have been reacting angrily following a change that caused products showing incorrect sizing.
This online marketplace has updated its measurement guidelines for women's and children's garments failing to inform all users about the change.
Social Media Backlash
Numerous buyers and vendors are expressing on platforms saying Vinted listings now show a modified sizing category compared to what was initially listed because of the remapping.
The platform stated the updated approach better aligns with other platforms.
They have suggested members to examine their items and manually change the size where appropriate, resulting in member annoyance.
Size Classification Changes
Before the change, the measurements included a single numeric size and a letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The new system has an alphabetical indicator and numerical range for example S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the size labels have been reassigned - for example a size L was previously a 12 but now shows as UK 16-18.
Member Experiences
Frankie Bridger, who creates plus-size fashion videos, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," the way the service now categorizes.
Another user, based in Glasgow, explained products she uploaded featuring size 14 markings were showing in the marketplace as size 20–22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they're going to be very disappointed," she stated.
Required Changes
A different user, located in England, 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 for me since losing part of my income," she said.
Service Background
The service features exceeding 100 million shoppers, with 18 million British users.
It has emerged as a preferred choice versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This isn't the first time that an unexpected update on the platform has faced criticism: previously, Vinted reversed a change to its shipping options due to shopper criticism.
