Members of the platform have expressed outrage following a change that caused items being listed as the wrong size.
The second-hand shopping app has updated its sizing categories for female and kids' apparel without notifying every member regarding the update.
Online Platforms Reaction
Countless users and merchants are posting online stating that platform listings now display a modified sizing category versus the original listing due to the recalibration.
Vinted explained the updated approach better aligns with similar services.
The platform has recommended to examine their items and manually change the size when needed, which has left users frustrated.
Measurement Approach Modifications
Previously, the measurements included one number and one letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The updated approach includes a letter and a range such as S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the size labels have been reassigned - such as a large size was formerly size 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
User Experiences
A fashion influencer, 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.
A different member, located in Scotland, said garments she listed on Vinted with size 14 labels were displaying on the service as larger sizing 20-22.
"If anyone [who is] size 20-22 buys them they're going to be very disappointed," she said.
Necessary Adjustments
Charlotte Lunn, from Derby, stated she felt frustrated due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizes on "every single listing".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, since I have chronic health issues and selling on Vinted has been paramount following partial earnings loss," she explained.
Platform Context
The platform boasts over 100 million users, with 18 million British users.
It has emerged as a preferred choice compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop.
This is not the initial instance when a surprising modification on the platform has faced criticism: previously, the service retracted a modification regarding delivery choices after backlash from users.
