The second-hand marketplace Users Share Frustration Over Size Modifications
Members of the platform have expressed outrage following a change that caused products showing incorrect sizing.
This online marketplace has altered its size classifications for female and kids' apparel but did not contact all users about the change.
Social Media Response
Many shoppers and sellers have taken to social media stating that platform listings now display an altered size classification than originally posted due to the recalibration.
The platform stated the revised method more closely matches other platforms.
It has advised users to check their listings and manually change the size when needed, causing user dissatisfaction.
Size Classification Modifications
Previously, the sizing featured a single numeric size and a letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features a letter and a range like S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the size labels have been reassigned - such as a large size was previously a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Member Experiences
One content creator, who creates plus-size fashion videos, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
A different member, from Glasgow, said garments she listed featuring size 14 markings were showing in the marketplace as measurements 20-22.
"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they will likely be quite upset," she explained.
Required Changes
Charlotte Lunn, located in England, stated she felt frustrated because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizes on "every single listing".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, as I'm chronically ill and Vinted sales have been crucial for me since losing part of my income," she explained.
Service Background
The platform boasts over 100 million users, including 18 million in the UK.
It has become a favored option compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop.
This is not the initial instance where an unanticipated change within the service has received backlash: previously, the service retracted a modification to its shipping options following member complaints.
