Vinted Members Voice Frustration About Size Changes
Vinted users have been reacting angrily following a change that caused listings displaying inaccurate size information.
The second-hand shopping app 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 expressing on platforms saying Vinted listings now show an altered size classification versus the original listing because of the remapping.
The company said the updated approach better aligns with comparable marketplaces.
It has advised users to check their listings and adjust the sizing manually where appropriate, resulting in member annoyance.
Size Classification Updates
Earlier, the sizing featured a single numeric size and a letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The updated approach includes a letter and a range such as S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the measurements have been reclassified - like an L measurement was previously a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Shopper Accounts
A fashion influencer, 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, located in Scotland, explained products she uploaded featuring size 14 markings were appearing on the platform as measurements 20-22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they will likely be quite upset," she explained.
Manual Updates
Another shopper, based in Derby, stated she felt frustrated due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizes on "every single listing".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, as I'm chronically ill and selling on Vinted has been paramount for me since losing part of my income," she stated.
Service Background
The app has more than 100 million members, including 18 million in the UK.
It has become a favored option compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop.
This isn't the first time when a surprising modification to the app has proved unpopular: previously, the service retracted a modification regarding delivery choices following member complaints.
