Shoppers are voicing their frustration due to a modification that led to listings displaying inaccurate size information.
The popular resale platform has revised its size classifications for female and kids' apparel but did not contact every member regarding the update.
Online Platforms Reaction
Numerous buyers and vendors have taken to social media saying Vinted listings now show a modified sizing category than originally posted due to the recalibration.
Vinted explained the new system was more in line with other platforms.
It has advised users to examine their items and update the measurements by hand if necessary, which has left users frustrated.
Size Classification Changes
Previously, the measurements included a single numeric size and a letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter and a range like S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the sizing has been recategorised - like an L measurement was formerly size 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
User Stories
A fashion influencer, who creates plus-size fashion videos, said the change "makes both selling and buying harder".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.
Stephanie Gallen, based in Glasgow, stated items she posted with size 14 tags were appearing on the platform as larger sizing 20-22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they're going to be very disappointed," she stated.
Manual Updates
Charlotte Lunn, from Derby, explained she became annoyed by the change as she had to manually change the measurements for "each individual item".
"This situation is especially annoying, as I'm chronically ill and platform income has been essential after experiencing income reduction," she said.
Marketplace Information
The platform boasts over 100 million members, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has emerged as a preferred choice to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion when a surprising modification within the service has received backlash: last year, the service retracted a modification concerning shipment methods due to shopper criticism.
