Vinted Shoppers Share Anger Over Size Modifications
Members of the platform have expressed outrage after an update resulted in items being listed as the wrong size.
The popular resale platform has altered its size classifications for women's and children's garments failing to inform all shoppers about the modification.
Social Media Backlash
Countless users and merchants are posting online saying Vinted listings now show a different size category versus the original listing as a result of the reclassification.
Vinted explained the new system was more in line with comparable marketplaces.
They have suggested members to check their listings and manually change the size when needed, causing user dissatisfaction.
Size Classification Modifications
Previously, the sizing featured one number and one letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The updated approach includes a letter and a range such as S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the size labels have been reassigned - for example a size L was previously a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Member Stories
Frankie Bridger, who produces content about larger sizing, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
Stephanie Gallen, located in Scotland, said garments she listed featuring size 14 markings were appearing on the platform as larger sizing 20-22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they will likely be quite upset," she stated.
Necessary Adjustments
Another shopper, from Derby, said she had been left angered because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizing for "all her products".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, since I have chronic health issues and Vinted sales have been crucial for me since losing part of my income," she said.
Service Background
The platform boasts over 100 million shoppers, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has proved a popular alternative versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion that an unexpected update to the app has proved unpopular: earlier, Vinted reversed a change regarding delivery choices following member complaints.
