The second-hand marketplace Members Voice Anger Regarding Size Modifications
Members of the platform have expressed outrage following a change that caused products showing incorrect sizing.
The second-hand shopping app has altered its measurement guidelines for women's and children's clothes without notifying every member regarding the update.
Online Platforms Backlash
Countless users and merchants have taken to social media saying Vinted listings now show a different size category than originally posted as a result of the reclassification.
The platform stated the updated approach better aligns with similar services.
They have suggested members to review their products and manually change the size where appropriate, resulting in member annoyance.
Size Classification Updates
Before the change, the measurements included a single numeric size and a letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features a letter and a range like S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the measurements have been reclassified - such as a large size used to be a 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
Member Experiences
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.
Another user, based in Glasgow, stated items she posted with size 14 tags were appearing on the platform as measurements 20-22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they may become frustrated," she stated.
Manual Updates
A different user, from Derby, explained she became annoyed due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizes on "every single listing".
"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 explained.
Marketplace Information
The service features exceeding 100 million users, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has become a favored option compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop.
This is not the initial instance when a surprising modification on the platform has faced criticism: previously, the platform withdrew an update concerning shipment methods following member complaints.
