Vinted Shoppers Share Anger About Size Modifications
Shoppers are voicing their frustration after an update resulted in products showing incorrect sizing.
The second-hand shopping app has altered its measurement guidelines for female and kids' apparel failing to inform all users about the change.
Online Platforms Backlash
Countless users and merchants are posting online stating that platform listings now display an altered size classification versus the original listing due to the recalibration.
The company said the revised method more closely matches similar services.
The platform has recommended to examine their items and adjust the sizing manually when needed, resulting in member annoyance.
Size Classification Changes
Previously, the sizes had both numerical and alphabetical indicators, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The updated approach includes a letter and a range such as S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the measurements have been reclassified - like an L measurement was formerly size 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
User Accounts
One content creator, who creates plus-size fashion videos, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
Stephanie Gallen, from Glasgow, said garments she listed on Vinted with size 14 labels were showing in the marketplace as measurements 20-22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they may become frustrated," she said.
Necessary Adjustments
Charlotte Lunn, from Derby, stated she felt frustrated due to the update requiring manual adjustment the measurements for "each individual item".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, since I have chronic health issues and selling on Vinted has been paramount after experiencing income reduction," she said.
Platform Context
The service features exceeding 100 million members, including 18 million in the UK.
It has become a favored option versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion where an unanticipated change on the platform has faced criticism: last year, the platform withdrew an update regarding delivery choices due to shopper criticism.
