The second-hand marketplace Members Voice Anger Over Sizing Changes
Members of the platform have expressed outrage due to a modification that led to items being listed as the wrong size.
The second-hand shopping app has altered its measurement guidelines for women's and children's clothes but did not contact every member regarding the update.
Social Media Reaction
Many shoppers and sellers are expressing on platforms stating that platform listings now display an altered size classification versus the original listing because of the remapping.
The company said the updated approach better aligns with other platforms.
They have suggested members to examine their items and update the measurements by hand if necessary, which has left users frustrated.
Size Classification Updates
Earlier, the sizing featured a single numeric size and a letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The new system has an alphabetical indicator and numerical range such as S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the sizing has been recategorised - like an L measurement used to be a 12 but now shows as UK 16-18.
Shopper Accounts
Frankie Bridger, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, said the change "makes both selling and buying harder".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.
Another user, from Glasgow, stated items she posted on Vinted with size 14 labels were displaying on the service as measurements 20-22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they're going to be very disappointed," she explained.
Required Changes
A different user, based in Derby, explained she became annoyed because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizing for "all her products".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, as I'm chronically ill and Vinted sales have been crucial after experiencing income reduction," she said.
Service Background
The service features exceeding 100 million users, with 18 million British users.
It has emerged as a preferred choice compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion when a surprising modification on the platform has faced criticism: last year, the platform withdrew an update concerning shipment methods after backlash from users.
