Members of the platform have expressed outrage following a change that caused products showing incorrect sizing.
This online marketplace has altered its sizing categories for female and kids' apparel failing to inform every member regarding the update.
Online Platforms Reaction
Many shoppers and sellers have taken to social media stating that platform listings now display an altered size classification compared to what was initially listed as a result of the reclassification.
The platform stated the new system was more in line with similar services.
They have suggested members to check their listings and update the measurements by hand where appropriate, resulting in member annoyance.
Measurement Approach Updates
Earlier, the measurements included one number and one letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features an alphabetical indicator and numerical range like S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the size labels have been reassigned - such as a large size used to be a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Member Accounts
One content creator, who produces content about larger sizing, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," the way the service now categorizes.
Another user, located in Scotland, stated items she posted on Vinted with size 14 labels were displaying on the service as larger sizing 20-22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they will likely be quite upset," she explained.
Required Changes
A different user, from Derby, stated she felt frustrated because the modification necessitated personal updates the measurements for "each individual item".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, because of my ongoing medical condition and Vinted sales have been crucial for me since losing part of my income," she said.
Platform Context
The app has more than 100 million shoppers, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has become a favored option compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop.
This is not the initial instance when a surprising modification to the app has proved unpopular: previously, Vinted reversed a change concerning shipment methods following member complaints.
