The second-hand marketplace Members Voice Displeasure About Size Changes
Vinted users have been reacting angrily following a change that caused items being listed as the wrong size.
The second-hand shopping app has updated its size classifications for women's and children's garments failing to inform all users about the change.
Online Platforms Reaction
Countless users and merchants have taken to social media saying Vinted listings now show a modified sizing category versus the original listing because of the remapping.
The company said the new system was more in line with other platforms.
It has advised users to examine their items and adjust the sizing manually where appropriate, causing user dissatisfaction.
Measurement Approach Updates
Previously, the measurements included a single numeric size and a letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features an alphabetical indicator and numerical range such as S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the measurements have been reclassified - for example a size L used to be a 12 but now shows as UK 16-18.
User Experiences
A fashion influencer, who creates plus-size fashion videos, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Rarely do manufacturers list XL as sizes 20-22," the way the service now categorizes.
Another user, located in Scotland, said garments she listed featuring size 14 markings were showing in the marketplace as measurements 20-22.
"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they may become frustrated," she said.
Required Changes
A different user, located in England, stated she felt frustrated because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizes on "every single listing".
"This situation is especially annoying, as I'm chronically ill and Vinted sales have been crucial after experiencing income reduction," she explained.
Marketplace Information
The app has more than 100 million shoppers, including 18 million in the UK.
It has emerged as a preferred choice to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion when a surprising modification on the platform has faced criticism: previously, the service retracted a modification concerning shipment methods following member complaints.
