Vinted Users Share Frustration Over Size Modifications
Shoppers are voicing their frustration following a change that caused products showing incorrect sizing.
The popular resale platform has revised its size classifications for female and kids' apparel without notifying all shoppers about the modification.
Online Platforms Response
Numerous buyers and vendors are posting online claiming that product pages now present a modified sizing category than originally posted because of the remapping.
Vinted explained the updated approach better aligns with other platforms.
They have suggested members to examine their items and update the measurements by hand if necessary, resulting in member annoyance.
Size Classification Updates
Previously, the sizes had both one number and one letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features a letter and a range like S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the sizing has been recategorised - for example a size L used to be a 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
Member Stories
Frankie Bridger, who produces content about larger sizing, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Few clothing companies classify XL as 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.
A different member, based in Glasgow, stated items she posted featuring size 14 markings were showing in the marketplace as larger sizing 20-22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they will likely be quite upset," she stated.
Necessary Adjustments
Charlotte Lunn, from Derby, explained she became annoyed due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizing for "all her products".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, since I have chronic health issues and platform income has been essential after experiencing income reduction," she stated.
Service Background
The platform boasts over 100 million users, including 18 million in the UK.
It has proved a popular alternative to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion that an unexpected update to the app has proved unpopular: previously, the platform withdrew an update to its shipping options following member complaints.
