Members of the platform have expressed outrage due to a modification that led to listings displaying inaccurate size information.
This online marketplace has revised its sizing categories for women's and children's garments failing to inform every member regarding the update.
Digital Channels Reaction
Many shoppers and sellers are posting online stating that platform listings now display a modified sizing category compared to what was initially listed because of the remapping.
Vinted explained the updated approach better aligns with similar services.
It has advised users to review their products and adjust the sizing manually if necessary, resulting in member annoyance.
Sizing System Changes
Earlier, the measurements included one number and one letter, like S/8 or M/10.
The new system has a letter and a range like S/UK 8-10.
With some products, the sizing has been recategorised - such as a large size was previously a 12 but is now a UK 16-18.
Member Stories
A fashion influencer, who makes TikTok content about plus-size fashion, said the change "makes both selling and buying harder".
"Not many brands say XL is a 20-22," as the platform currently indicates.
Another user, from Glasgow, said garments she listed with size 14 tags were appearing on the platform as size 20–22.
"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they may become frustrated," she stated.
Required Changes
Charlotte Lunn, located in England, explained she became annoyed by the change as she had to manually change the measurements for "each individual item".
"This situation is especially annoying, since I have chronic health issues and platform income has been essential after experiencing income reduction," she said.
Service Background
The app has more than 100 million members, with 18 million British users.
It has proved a popular alternative versus similar marketplaces including 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 regarding delivery choices after backlash from users.
