The second-hand marketplace Users Voice Anger Over Sizing Updates
Shoppers are voicing their frustration after an update resulted in listings displaying inaccurate size information.
This online marketplace has altered its sizing categories for female and kids' apparel without notifying every member regarding the update.
Social Media Reaction
Numerous buyers and vendors have taken to social media stating that platform listings now display a different size category versus the original listing because of the remapping.
Vinted explained the updated approach better aligns with other platforms.
They have suggested members to check their listings and manually change the size where appropriate, resulting in member annoyance.
Sizing System Modifications
Previously, the sizes had both a single numeric size and a letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features 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 was previously a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Shopper Experiences
A fashion influencer, who creates plus-size fashion videos, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
Stephanie Gallen, located in Scotland, said garments she listed with size 14 tags were showing in the marketplace as size 20–22.
"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they will likely be quite upset," she explained.
Necessary Adjustments
A different user, based in Derby, stated she felt frustrated because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizes on "every single listing".
"This situation is especially annoying, since I have chronic health issues and platform income has been essential for me since losing part of my income," she said.
Service Background
The app has more than 100 million members, including 18 million in the UK.
It has emerged as a preferred choice to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This isn't the first time that an unexpected update on the platform has faced criticism: earlier, Vinted reversed a change concerning shipment methods following member complaints.
