Vinted Members Share Displeasure Regarding Sizing Modifications
Shoppers are voicing their frustration following a change that caused listings displaying inaccurate size information.
The second-hand shopping app has revised its measurement guidelines for women's and children's clothes but did not contact all shoppers about the modification.
Social Media Response
Numerous buyers and vendors are expressing on platforms stating that platform listings now display an altered size classification versus the original listing because of the remapping.
The platform stated the revised method more closely matches comparable marketplaces.
It has advised users to examine their items and update the measurements by hand when needed, causing user dissatisfaction.
Sizing System Updates
Before the change, the measurements included one number and one letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features a letter and a range like S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the sizing has been recategorised - such as a large size was previously a 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
Member Accounts
Frankie Bridger, who produces content about larger sizing, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Rarely do manufacturers list XL as sizes 20-22," the way the service now categorizes.
Another user, from Glasgow, stated items she posted on Vinted with size 14 labels were displaying on the service as measurements 20-22.
"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they may become frustrated," she said.
Necessary Adjustments
Charlotte Lunn, located in England, explained she became annoyed because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizes on "every single listing".
"This situation is especially annoying, because of my ongoing medical condition and Vinted sales have been crucial after experiencing income reduction," she said.
Platform Context
The platform boasts over 100 million shoppers, with 18 million British users.
It has become a favored option versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion when a surprising modification to the app has proved unpopular: earlier, the service retracted a modification regarding delivery choices after backlash from users.
