Vinted Users Share Displeasure Regarding Size Modifications
Vinted users have been reacting angrily due to a modification that led to listings displaying inaccurate size information.
This online marketplace has altered its measurement guidelines for female and kids' apparel but did not contact all users about the change.
Social Media Backlash
Numerous buyers and vendors are posting online stating that platform listings now display an altered size classification versus the original listing due to the recalibration.
The platform stated the updated approach better aligns with similar services.
It has advised users to examine their items and manually change the size if necessary, which has left users frustrated.
Sizing System Updates
Previously, the sizes had both one number and one letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The updated approach includes 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 used to be a 12 but now shows as UK 16-18.
User Stories
A fashion influencer, who produces content about larger sizing, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," the way the service now categorizes.
Stephanie Gallen, from Glasgow, explained products she uploaded featuring size 14 markings were appearing on the platform as larger sizing 20-22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they're going to be very disappointed," she stated.
Manual Updates
Another shopper, from Derby, explained she became annoyed due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizing for "all her products".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, since I have chronic health issues and Vinted sales have been crucial for me since losing part of my income," she explained.
Marketplace Information
The platform boasts over 100 million users, including 18 million in the UK.
It has become a favored option to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion when a surprising modification to the app has proved unpopular: earlier, Vinted reversed a change regarding delivery choices following member complaints.
