Vinted Members Share Anger Over Sizing Modifications
Shoppers are voicing their frustration after an update resulted in items being listed as the wrong size.
The second-hand shopping app has altered its size classifications for female and kids' apparel failing to inform all shoppers about the modification.
Social Media Response
Many shoppers and sellers are posting online claiming that product pages now present a different size category versus the original listing because of the remapping.
The platform stated the revised method more closely matches other platforms.
It has advised users to examine their items and adjust the sizing manually when needed, resulting in member annoyance.
Sizing System Updates
Earlier, the measurements included one number and one letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter with a size spectrum such as S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the measurements have been reclassified - for example a size L was previously a 12 but now shows as UK 16-18.
Member Stories
A fashion influencer, who produces content about larger sizing, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
Stephanie Gallen, based in Glasgow, said garments she listed with size 14 tags were displaying on the service as size 20–22.
"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they will likely be quite upset," she said.
Manual Updates
A different user, located in England, explained she became annoyed due to the update requiring manual adjustment the measurements for "each individual item".
"This situation is especially annoying, because of my ongoing medical condition and selling on Vinted has been paramount following partial earnings loss," she said.
Service Background
The service features exceeding 100 million shoppers, with 18 million British users.
It has emerged as a preferred choice compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop.
This isn't the first time when a surprising modification within the service has received backlash: last year, the platform withdrew an update to its shipping options following member complaints.