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Members of the platform have expressed outrage following a change that caused listings displaying inaccurate size information.

The popular resale platform has updated its sizing categories for female and kids' apparel failing to inform every member regarding the update.

Online Platforms Reaction

Many shoppers and sellers are expressing on platforms saying Vinted listings now show an altered size classification compared to what was initially listed due to the recalibration.

Vinted explained the revised method more closely matches comparable marketplaces.

They have suggested members to examine their items and adjust the sizing manually when needed, which has left users frustrated.

Size Classification Modifications

Earlier, the measurements included a single numeric size and a letter, like S/8 or M/10.

The updated approach includes a letter and a range like S/UK 8-10.

With some products, the sizing has been recategorised - such as a large size was formerly size 12 but currently displays as UK 16-18.

Member Experiences

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," as the platform currently indicates.

A different member, from Glasgow, stated items she posted on Vinted with size 14 labels were displaying on the service as size 20–22.

"Should someone sized 20-22 purchase these they're going to be very disappointed," she explained.

Necessary Adjustments

Charlotte Lunn, located in England, said she had been left angered due to the update requiring manual adjustment the measurements for "each individual item".

"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 app has more than 100 million shoppers, with 18 million British users.

It has emerged as a preferred choice versus similar marketplaces including eBay and Depop.

This isn't the first time when a surprising modification within the service has received backlash: earlier, the service retracted a modification concerning shipment methods due to shopper criticism.