Vinted Users Voice Frustration About Size Changes
Vinted users have been reacting angrily following a change that caused products showing incorrect sizing.
This online marketplace has altered its size classifications for women's and children's garments but did not contact every member regarding the update.
Digital Channels Reaction
Countless users and merchants have taken to social media saying Vinted listings now show an altered size classification versus the original listing because of the remapping.
The company said the updated approach better aligns with comparable marketplaces.
They have suggested members to examine their items and manually change the size when needed, which has left users frustrated.
Sizing System Modifications
Previously, the sizing featured one number and one letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features a letter and a range for example S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the measurements have been reclassified - such as a large size used to be a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Shopper Experiences
Frankie Bridger, who produces content about larger sizing, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Rarely do manufacturers list XL as sizes 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
Another user, from Glasgow, explained products she uploaded featuring size 14 markings were displaying on the service as measurements 20-22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they may become frustrated," she explained.
Necessary Adjustments
Charlotte Lunn, located in England, stated she felt frustrated because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizes on "every single listing".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, as I'm chronically ill 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 users, with 18 million British users.
It has become a favored option versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This is not the initial instance where an unanticipated change within the service has received backlash: previously, Vinted reversed a change concerning shipment methods after backlash from users.
