Shoppers are voicing their frustration due to a modification that led to listings displaying inaccurate size information.
The popular resale platform has revised its measurement guidelines for women's and children's clothes without notifying every member regarding the update.
Social Media Reaction
Countless users and merchants are posting online saying Vinted listings now show a modified sizing category compared to what was initially listed as a result of the reclassification.
The platform stated the revised method more closely matches comparable marketplaces.
They have suggested members to examine their items and adjust the sizing manually when needed, causing user dissatisfaction.
Sizing System Updates
Previously, the sizing featured a single numeric size and a letter, for instance S/8 or M/10.
The updated approach includes a letter with a size spectrum like S/UK 8-10.
For certain items, the sizing has been recategorised - like an L measurement was formerly size 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
Shopper Accounts
A fashion influencer, who creates plus-size fashion videos, explained the modification "makes transactions more difficult".
"Rarely do manufacturers list XL as sizes 20-22," the way the service now categorizes.
Stephanie Gallen, located in Scotland, said garments she listed on Vinted with size 14 labels were appearing on the platform as measurements 20-22.
"If buyers measuring 20-22 acquire them they're going to be very disappointed," she explained.
Necessary Adjustments
Another shopper, located in England, stated she felt frustrated due to the update requiring manual adjustment the sizing for "all her products".
"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.
Service Background
The platform boasts over 100 million shoppers, including 18 million in the UK.
It has become a favored option to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This isn't the first time when a surprising modification on the platform has faced criticism: last year, the platform withdrew an update concerning shipment methods after backlash from users.