Members of the platform have expressed outrage after an update resulted in products showing incorrect sizing.
This online marketplace has altered its sizing categories for female and kids' apparel failing to inform every member regarding the update.
Digital Channels Backlash
Countless users and merchants are expressing on platforms stating that platform listings now display an altered size classification than originally posted because of the remapping.
Vinted explained the revised method more closely matches similar services.
It has advised users to review their products and manually change the size where appropriate, which has left users frustrated.
Size Classification Changes
Previously, the sizes had both one number and one letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The updated approach includes a letter and a range for example S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the size labels have been reassigned - such as a large size was formerly size 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
User Stories
Frankie Bridger, who creates plus-size fashion videos, said the change "makes both selling and buying harder".
"Rarely do manufacturers list XL as sizes 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
Stephanie Gallen, based in Glasgow, stated items she posted on Vinted with size 14 labels were displaying on the service as larger sizing 20-22.
"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they may become frustrated," she said.
Necessary Adjustments
Charlotte Lunn, from Derby, stated she felt frustrated because the modification necessitated personal updates the measurements for "each individual item".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, because of my ongoing medical condition and Vinted sales have been crucial for me since losing part of my income," she explained.
Platform Context
The service features exceeding 100 million members, with 18 million British users.
It has proved a popular alternative to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion when a surprising modification on the platform has faced criticism: previously, Vinted reversed a change regarding delivery choices after backlash from users.
