The second-hand marketplace Members Voice Anger Regarding Size Modifications
Members of the platform have expressed outrage following a change that caused items being listed as the wrong size.
This online marketplace has altered its sizing categories for women's and children's garments but did not contact all users about the change.
Social Media Reaction
Numerous buyers and vendors are posting online 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 updated approach better aligns with similar services.
They have suggested members to check their listings and update the measurements by hand if necessary, which has left users frustrated.
Size Classification Modifications
Earlier, the sizes had both a single numeric size and a letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter and a range like S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the size labels have been reassigned - like an L measurement was previously a 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
Shopper Accounts
One content creator, who produces content about larger sizing, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
Another user, from Glasgow, stated items she posted featuring size 14 markings were showing in the marketplace as size 20–22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they're going to be very disappointed," she explained.
Required Changes
Another shopper, located in England, explained she became annoyed because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizing for "all her products".
"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 stated.
Platform Context
The service features exceeding 100 million users, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has proved a popular alternative compared to resale services such as eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion when a surprising modification to the app has proved unpopular: last year, the service retracted a modification regarding delivery choices after backlash from users.
