Vinted users have been reacting angrily following a change that caused listings displaying inaccurate size information.
This online marketplace has updated its size classifications for female and kids' apparel failing to inform all users about the change.
Online Platforms Backlash
Countless users and merchants have taken to social media stating that platform listings now display an altered size classification than originally posted due to the recalibration.
Vinted explained the revised method more closely matches comparable marketplaces.
The platform has recommended to examine their items and adjust the sizing manually if necessary, causing user dissatisfaction.
Measurement Approach Changes
Previously, the measurements included one number and one letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The revised method features an alphabetical indicator and numerical range like S/UK 8-10.
In some cases, the sizing has been recategorised - like an L measurement used to be a 12 but now shows as UK 16-18.
Shopper Accounts
One content creator, 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, located in Scotland, stated items she posted on Vinted with size 14 labels were appearing on the platform as measurements 20-22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they may become frustrated," she stated.
Manual Updates
Charlotte Lunn, based in Derby, said she had been left angered because the modification necessitated personal updates the sizes on "every single listing".
"For me this is particularly frustrating, since I have chronic health issues and Vinted sales have been crucial for me since losing part of my income," she stated.
Marketplace Information
The service features exceeding 100 million shoppers, including 18 million in the UK.
It has become a favored option to second-hand platforms like eBay and Depop.
This represents another occasion when a surprising modification on the platform has faced criticism: last year, the service retracted a modification concerning shipment methods after backlash from users.
