topic Re: Men Shop Too in Q Talk

Men Shop Too

thesciencebum — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 14:23:52 GMT

It is very apparant that QVC doesn't put much effort or concern into advertising and selling to men. Just look at today's website. Absolutely nothing for a man anywhere on today's site! And that is the usual case on most days. The men in my life and I would do a considerable amount of shopping with QVC if only they remembered us.

Now, if QVC is for women and a company policy, then say so.

Re: Men Shop Too

luv-the-Q — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 14:29:06 GMT

I have a lot of men in my family, I work with a lot of men and I know a lot of men. None of them shop on QVC. They are not interested in shopping much at all.

Re: Men Shop Too

Sooner — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 14:33:38 GMT

My husband shops--went to buy new shirts yesterday. He wouldn't buy from QVC because he wants to see what he is getting and is more particular about fit then me.

Men don't buy purses, handbags and makeup and that's where QVC makes the big bucks. There's not much money to be made in men's casual clothing (think WalMart, Target or LL Bean, Eddie Bauer for most needs they would have), and suits you have to try on.

Re: Men Shop Too

SXMGirl — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 14:37:17 GMT

Why do first posters always seem to complain about QVC?

My husband has no interest in shopping and I think he is like most men. I believe that men who like to shop are the ones who enjoy going into particular stores and can try on and feel the materials. I also believe that those of us who dislike malls do our shopping on the Q because we know the designers, their sizing/fit, and the fabrics. We also have a better forum to review each item.

There are some items that are specifically for men. Last year, I purchased shoes for DH during a shoe special, and I can honestly say that he would never have paid that much for shoes if he had been out shopping. He loves the shoes but has no idea how much they cost (they were half price).

Women generally do most of the shopping for their households, so that is probably why QVC tends to cater to women.

Re: Men Shop Too

proudlyfromNJ — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 14:43:16 GMT

@thesciencebum wrote:
It is very apparant that QVC doesn't put much effort or concern into advertising and selling to men. Just look at today's website. Absolutely nothing for a man anywhere on today's site! And that is the usual case on most days. The men in my life and I would do a considerable amount of shopping with QVC if only they remembered us.

Now, if QVC is for women and a company policy, then say so.

My husband would not shop on a shopping channel. None of my extended family has even heard of QVC. Most products are geared toward women as another poster said. Maybe computers, outdoor tools could be for men.

Don't understand your last sentence.

Re: Men Shop Too

Meowingkitty — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 15:06:47 GMT

QVC wouldn't make money on returns because men's clothing is usually standard fit. A 36 is a 36. No vanity sizing. Plus how much black, brown, tan and blue can you sell. A men's shirt is the same from Kohl's, Target or Penneys.

Re: Men Shop Too

millieshops — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 15:14:51 GMT

Even when I'm shopping brick and mortar, the only time I see men's items is when the best parking spot takes my through that department into the one I want. If the Q takes air time to sell that, it would just be another time for me to retreat. Same with children's items. I do not browse those departments either.

I understand why some want them - but I also get it that in the currrent retail market companies need to concentrate their offerings where they can sell the most and sell quickly if possible because consumer loyalty is practically nil.

Re: Men Shop Too

Cumbercookie13 — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 16:05:49 GMT

There's really no money to be made for QVC or any other home shopping to cater to men. Even the presentations of cooking shows, outdoor shows, electronics, and watches, it seems it's usually the women buying those items for the men in their life, even with male hosts. I have heard men call in so some do watch and buy, but I feel most prefer to shop online at tried and true sites being able to get deals on pricing and shipping, or to B&M stores so they can see the items in person.

However, I'd love to see a host try and sell men's clothing. "This suit would be perfect for going to the farmer's market or lunch with your friends at that corner deli in NYC. Just add a panama hat , or a chic ascot, some penny loafers, and you're done!"

Re: Men Shop Too

Sooner — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 16:07:39 GMT

The only reason I shop Q is because I am old enough to happily wear elastic waist pants around the house and to the post office and the dentist and I can get them here, know how they fit, and not have to go look for them in town. It's easy.

Oh, and I like Isaac's t-shirt dresses so I buy LOTS of those for home wear.

Re: Men Shop Too

GSPgirl — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 16:24:34 GMT

@thesciencebum wrote:
It is very apparant that QVC doesn't put much effort or concern into advertising and selling to men. Just look at today's website. Absolutely nothing for a man anywhere on today's site! And that is the usual case on most days. The men in my life and I would do a considerable amount of shopping with QVC if only they remembered us.

Now, if QVC is for women and a company policy, then say so.

While you are at it, why not ask about the lack of tall clothing for women or children's clothing? It has always been this way here.

Re: Men Shop Too

MandyG06 — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 16:59:42 GMT

I wish the Q would add some Mens Fashion shows. Thinking Alberti, or even Producer Jerome (he has an awesome Instagram page) would be great hosts! And, I buy my husbands clothes; he doesn't care where, or how much they cost, they are bought from, as long as they fit.

Re: Men Shop Too

SXMGirl — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 18:27:00 GMT

@MandyG06, Alberti would be great!

Re: Men Shop Too

De Anna — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 18:33:07 GMT

My hubby always says, what about the guys. He likes to shop once in awhile. The Q should think of the men. I've mentioned this some place before. Come on Q, wake up.

Re: Men Shop Too

KathyPet — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 20:56:19 GMT

QVC has made some limited forays into men's fashion in the past. Regis Philbin had a line of men's wear on QVC for a while. OBviously it didn't sell because it did not last long although the items I saw looked quite nice. My husband would never have bought anything from a shopping channel although he did purchase from Lands End and LL Bean catalogs

Re: Men Shop Too

deedeewar — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 21:20:49 GMT

I would like to see a men's line of clothing come to QVC, especially for Tall men. I think, depending on prices and Quality, it would do good. I shop for tall men's cloths and not many stores have them.

Re: Men Shop Too

Kachina624 — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 21:34:15 GMT

I never see men come to the boards and complain about not being represented, so I assume most don't care. There are plenty of electronic doodads to interest them.

Evine has a huge male following with their Invicta Watches and they seem to have many hardware types of items.

Re: Men Shop Too

fuzzball76 — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 23:46:46 GMT

No really knows what sex clicks on an item and orders. Lets call it what it is,qvc's target market is female, specifically working mothers. Lord knows we hear about how certain hosts ARE mothers-have kids. Sometimes to where the mute button or qvc.com happens. There are occassional "guy" shows to where men are targeted. Not as many compared to the past. There used to be sports memoribiia shows, big names come on. However, no one knows if a man or woman purchases a mixer, a saw or even a dress/shoes....whatever floats your boat....

Re: Men Shop Too

susan kay — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 22:06:33 GMT

@SXMGirl, I've noticed the same thing about first time posters. I definitely have my ideas about why and who.

Alberti, yes!!!!!!

Re: Men Shop Too

Swissguy — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 23:23:42 GMT

I am a guy and I purchase stuff from the Q

I know I am in the minority and have gotten in trouble for having the views of someone in a minority on these boards for a number of my posts!

Re: Men Shop Too

lOVETOSHOP — Sat, 10 Jun 2017 04:16:34 GMT

They certainly wouldn't make any moolah off my husband...he buys maybe 4 items of clothing a year!!