Vinted users have been reacting angrily after an update resulted in listings displaying inaccurate size information.
The second-hand shopping app has revised its size classifications for women's and children's clothes failing to inform all shoppers about the modification.
Social Media Reaction
Countless users and merchants are posting online claiming that product pages now present an altered size classification versus the original listing as a result of the reclassification.
Vinted explained the new system was more in line with other platforms.
They have suggested members to examine their items and update the measurements by hand where appropriate, which has left users frustrated.
Measurement Approach Changes
Earlier, the sizing featured a single numeric size and a letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features a letter and a range such as S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the sizing has been recategorised - for example a size L was previously a 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.
Member Accounts
Frankie Bridger, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, stated the update "complicates both purchasing and selling".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," which is what Vinted now does.
Stephanie Gallen, located in Scotland, said garments she listed featuring size 14 markings were displaying on the service as measurements 20-22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they may become frustrated," she stated.
Necessary Adjustments
A different user, from Derby, said she had been left angered because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizes on "every single listing".
"This situation is especially annoying, as I'm chronically ill and platform income has been essential for me since losing part of my income," she said.
Platform Context
The platform boasts over 100 million members, comprising 18 million UK members.
It has become a favored option versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion where an unanticipated change to the app has proved unpopular: previously, the platform withdrew an update to its shipping options due to shopper criticism.
