Vinted Users Voice Frustration Over Size Updates
Shoppers are voicing their frustration following a change that caused products showing incorrect sizing.
The second-hand shopping app has revised its size classifications for female and kids' apparel without notifying every member regarding the update.
Digital Channels Reaction
Numerous buyers and vendors are expressing on platforms stating that platform listings now display a different size category versus the original listing because of the remapping.
The platform stated the new system was more in line with other platforms.
The platform has recommended to check their listings and update the measurements by hand if necessary, which has left users frustrated.
Size Classification Updates
Earlier, the sizing featured numerical and alphabetical indicators, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features a letter with a size spectrum like S/UK 8-10.
With some products, the measurements have been reclassified - like an L measurement used to be a 12 but now shows as UK 16-18.
Shopper Stories
One content creator, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, said the change "makes both selling and buying harder".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.
Stephanie Gallen, located in Scotland, said garments she listed with size 14 tags were showing in the marketplace 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 due to the update requiring manual adjustment 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 said.
Service Background
The platform boasts over 100 million shoppers, including 18 million in the UK.
It has become a favored option versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion when a surprising modification within the service has received backlash: earlier, Vinted reversed a change concerning shipment methods following member complaints.
