Members of the platform have expressed outrage after an update resulted in listings displaying inaccurate size information.
This online marketplace has revised its sizing categories for female and kids' apparel failing to inform all shoppers about the modification.
Online Platforms Reaction
Many shoppers and sellers are expressing on platforms saying Vinted listings now show a modified sizing category compared to what was initially listed because of the remapping.
The company said the updated approach better aligns with similar services.
They have suggested members to examine their items and manually change the size when needed, causing user dissatisfaction.
Measurement Approach Modifications
Earlier, the sizing featured one number and one letter, such as S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features an alphabetical indicator and numerical range such as S/UK 8-10.
With some products, the sizing has been recategorised - such as a large size used to be a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Member Stories
One content creator, who creates plus-size fashion videos, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Rarely do manufacturers list XL as sizes 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
Stephanie Gallen, based in Glasgow, said garments she listed featuring size 14 markings were appearing on the platform as measurements 20-22.
"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they're going to be very disappointed," she said.
Manual Updates
A different user, located in England, explained she became annoyed due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizes on "every single listing".
"Personally, this is quite irritating, as I'm chronically ill and platform income has been essential after experiencing income reduction," she stated.
Platform Context
The app has more than 100 million members, with 18 million British users.
It has emerged as a preferred choice versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion that an unexpected update within the service has received backlash: previously, the platform withdrew an update to its shipping options after backlash from users.
