topic Re: Fiona Stiles in Beauty

Fiona Stiles

luvmybeetle — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 01:38:19 GMT

Fiona Stiles is on now and am wondering what you think.

Re: Fiona Stiles

febe1 — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 02:34:08 GMT

@luvmybeetle wrote:
Fiona Stiles is on now and am wondering what you think.

Hi, @luvmybeetle. I watched the show and am glad to see Fiona here. I'm always happy to see a new vendor.

I didn't order anything, b/c I just bought the TSV Eve Pearl's kit, so I didn't order anything. I thought the eyebrow gel looked good. So many look like they're painted on, while hers didn't cover every bit of skin.

I noticed everything of hers sold out, so I think she will be successful. I'm sure I'll try something of hers as soon as needed. This will give me time to read all the reviews, too.

Re: Fiona Stiles

Mapshopper — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 02:37:41 GMT

I noticed the host kept mentioning that this line is also offered at Ulta. I found that interesting... Typically, QVC does not tell the viewer if a cosmetic line being presented is offered elsewhere. I wondered if that "name dropping" so often for Ulta meant that was part of the deal for presenting this line. Perhaps they had to get Ulta's permission to have to have it on QVC or were contractually obligated to mention "Ulta" so many times. Just a thought... This kind of makes me want to check out Ulta to see what they offer there in this line and what the reviews might be. I noticed the host mentioned that the brushes were only exclusive to QVC. I was tempted to order but didn't (yet).

Re: Fiona Stiles

Irshgrl31201 — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 03:23:54 GMT

Their foundation gets really good reviews on Ulta. It has 174 reviews and gets a 4.3 out of 5. Pretty good. She isn't yet reviewed on Makeupalley.

Re: Fiona Stiles

Irshgrl31201 — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 04:23:49 GMT

I thought her cream shadow (Radiant Eye Veil) looked really interesting. I seem to like cream shadows a little bit more. It has good reviews so I am going to Ulta tomorrow and check this out in person.

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wildcat fan — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 12:28:01 GMT

I watched the last 20 minutes of the show last night and was disappointed with the format. The vendor and Sandra just stood there talking most of the time, and when they finally got around to doing a close up of a demo, the time was up or product was sold out.

The eyeshadow demo was strange because they did a demo of one shade then Sandra encouraged the vendor to apply another shade on top of it because there wasn't enough time to get another model on camera. I would've rather seen the other shades applied to a clean lid.

I'm not a fan of smearing products up and down the arms. I'd rather see the shades applied as intended on models. I didn't think the vendor's mascara was a good look on her, but it did look better on the model.

I liked the concept of the net protecting the brushes, but I don't carry my brushes in my purse. I'd prefer a line that can be applied and set without having to reapply throughout the day. The brushes seem great for travel, but not something I'd carry with me daily.

I didn't buy anything, but once again QVC was an informercial for a product that I will check out when I go to Ulta.

Re: Fiona Stiles

Dusty1 — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 13:33:14 GMT

@Irshgrl31201 I've been using a lot more cream shadows & eye shadow sticks, too. I did look at FS at Ulta, but didn't buy any. They are that mousse/gel textue & I have never had good luck with that type. They are usually too sheer & patchy to apply & the product seems to dry out quickly. If you do get a chance to try them, let us know. Maybe you can change my mind!

Re: Fiona Stiles

Trix — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 15:04:06 GMT

Mapshopper wrote:
I noticed the host kept mentioning that this line is also offered at Ulta. I found that interesting... Typically, QVC does not tell the viewer if a cosmetic line being presented is offered elsewhere. I wondered if that "name dropping" so often for Ulta meant that was part of the deal for presenting this line. Perhaps they had to get Ulta's permission to have to have it on QVC or were contractually obligated to mention "Ulta" so many times. Just a thought... This kind of makes me want to check out Ulta to see what they offer there in this line and what the reviews might be. I noticed the host mentioned that the brushes were only exclusive to QVC. I was tempted to order but didn't (yet).

QVC or any other retailer isn't freely promoting competitors unless the lawyers say they have to. Having some knowledge of retail contracts, it must be in FIona's Ulta contract that QVC had to mention her brand is available at Ulta. Otherwise, Sandra would have said giant beauty store chain, or some other euphemism for Ulta.

Re: Fiona Stiles

Naturesbeauty — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 16:42:41 GMT

@wildcat fan wrote:
I watched the last 20 minutes of the show last night and was disappointed with the format. The vendor and Sandra just stood there talking most of the time, and when they finally got around to doing a close up of a demo, the time was up or product was sold out.

The eyeshadow demo was strange because they did a demo of one shade then Sandra encouraged the vendor to apply another shade on top of it because there wasn't enough time to get another model on camera. I would've rather seen the other shades applied to a clean lid.

I'm not a fan of smearing products up and down the arms. I'd rather see the shades applied as intended on models. I didn't think the vendor's mascara was a good look on her, but it did look better on the model.

I liked the concept of the net protecting the brushes, but I don't carry my brushes in my purse. I'd prefer a line that can be applied and set without having to reapply throughout the day. The brushes seem great for travel, but not something I'd carry with me daily.

I didn't buy anything, but once again QVC was an informercial for a product that I will check out when I go to Ulta.

If your interested in the net that she showed for protecting the brushes you can get them on Amazon. They are great to put on your brushes after cleaning and drying your brushes. I put them on when storing my brushes that way they keep their shape. They come in a package of 50.

Re: Fiona Stiles

giraffe77 — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 16:45:07 GMT

Ulta usually has a weekly offer of $3.50 or 20% off coupon.

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ladyroxanne — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 17:01:35 GMT

i watched also, but didn't purchase anything. i liked what i saw though and the eyeshadow was something i've never seen before. it will be one of my future purchases,

Re: Fiona Stiles

lkow217 — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 20:56:10 GMT

Being the product junkie that I am, I ordered the Mascara duo and the brow gel/pencil kit.

I am still searching for the perfect lifting mascara and this "appeared" to lift the lashes very nicely. Also the burgundy color was very interesting. I think i have tried over 50 mascaras since the Shiseido Lasting Lift was discontinued... will post a review after after using these products.

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MommaNJ629 — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 21:11:28 GMT

This show bored me. The vendor rarely looked into the camera. I felt like I was watching a conversation. It was awkward how many times Sandra mentioned ultra. Clearly there's a "deal" made since they can't usually mention store names. I think since it's "new" to QVC they were telling the viewer how to try it if you don't want to buy online and ship to return etc. that said I have tried Fiona at ulta. It's ok. Nothing phenomenal for me. And Sandra's skin looked like it had the wrong shade. She is so stunning and so many cosmetics look great on her. I didn't love this.

Re: Fiona Stiles

ladyroxanne — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 21:16:22 GMT

really???

Re: Fiona Stiles

Trix — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 21:49:43 GMT

cottageHill wrote:
Ulta usually has a weekly offer of $3.50 or 20% off coupon.

Fiona Stiles is considered to be a prestige brand, therefore her products would be excluded from Ulta's regular weekly coupons.

Re: Fiona Stiles

febe1 — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 22:49:13 GMT

I was surprised when Fiona said that Sandra had olive skin, @MommaNJ629. And I agree that her make up didn't look great.

I just got Eve Pearl's kit and wow, Carolyn looked so good wearing it.

Vendors need to know we're noticing someone other than their 20 year old models. Eve's is great for mature skin and a soft natural look.

Re: Fiona Stiles

luvmybeetle — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 23:00:17 GMT

Something I did notice was that most of the models had pretty good skin before the makeup was applied. So all the makeup had to do was cover and make it all one tone. I also would like to go to Ulta and try some on before buying.

Thanks everyone for the feedback.

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Lally — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 23:08:24 GMT

I missed the shows, but ordered the mascara duo. Not really much difference in price than Ulta, but I don't have to drive to the mall. The burgundy color is what nudged me to purcahse. I have used 100% Pure Blackberry Mascara and liked the color so much. I want thickening, so hopefully this one will deliver.

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Lori64 — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 23:16:24 GMT

@lkow217 wrote:
Being the product junkie that I am, I ordered the Mascara duo and the brow gel/pencil kit.
I am still searching for the perfect lifting mascara and this "appeared" to lift the lashes very nicely. Also the burgundy color was very interesting. I think i have tried over 50 mascaras since the Shiseido Lasting Lift was discontinued... will post a review after after using these products.

I used to love Shiseido Lasting Lift mascara and I can't find anything that can compare to it. I'm using the Shisiedo lash base which does help some with some lift to my lashes.

Re: Fiona Stiles

winamac1 — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 23:30:24 GMT

2 weeks ago, this line at ULTA, was 50% off!!!