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QVC is Out of my League, Anymore!

petunia — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 20:52:39 GMT

Just my opinion, but I'm just finding, for the most part, QVC is too expensive for what I see is being offered ............ there's too many other B&M and online sites where I find most of what I'm really looking for!

I know what some are saying, just don't watch or buy, and I'm not!

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Kachina624 — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 20:56:56 GMT

You're going to love the new line of shoes they're going to introduce in a couple of days. There's only one shoe with picture and description so far but it's a sneaker for $150.

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GraceCO — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 21:16:43 GMT

I think it depends on the line. The true designer lines here, like Linea by Louis Dell Olio, are an amazing value considering the design/fit/fabric and the price tag. Some items I've purchased--and I'm a long-standing customer--would be triple the price in B&M retail. IF you could even find these classic, elegant clothes anywhere. To me, I would even pay more for higher end fabrics in this line. Linea, created by an award-winning iconic designer, is the best QVC has to offer, bar none.

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SahmIam — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 21:17:45 GMT

Then shop at B & M. In the end, people are going to buy what they want, what they can afford wherever it's the most convenient. I rarely shop at B& M locations now; groceries are about it. Everything else, I order online. I do my research and find the best price and often it is QVC due to their ODO/TSV's/special sets.

Remember, just because you can't afford it or choose not to spend your money, there are others who can/do choose to. QVC wouldn't be in business if that wasn't the case.

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NicksmomESQ — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 21:19:00 GMT

@GraceCO wrote:

I think it depends on the line. The true designer lines here, like Linea by Louis Dell Olio, are an amazing value considering the design/fit/fabric and the price tag. Some items I've purchased--and I'm a long-standing customer--would be triple the price in B&M retail. IF you could even find these classic, elegant clothes anywhere. To me, I would even pay more for higher end fabrics in this line. Linea, created by an award-winning iconic designer, is the best QVC has to offer, bar none.

@GraceCO I TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU . LOUIS IS THE BEST DESIGNER ON QVC!!

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GraceCO — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 21:20:59 GMT

@NicksmomESQ wrote:
@GraceCO wrote:

I think it depends on the line. The true designer lines here, like Linea by Louis Dell Olio, are an amazing value considering the design/fit/fabric and the price tag. Some items I've purchased--and I'm a long-standing customer--would be triple the price in B&M retail. IF you could even find these classic, elegant clothes anywhere. To me, I would even pay more for higher end fabrics in this line. Linea, created by an award-winning iconic designer, is the best QVC has to offer, bar none.
@GraceCO I TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU . LOUIS IS THE BEST DESIGNER ON QVC!!

Yep @NicksmomESQ. HIGH FIVE!!!!

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QVCkitty1 — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 21:23:32 GMT

I don't mind paying for quality, however I feel many of the lines have gone down in quality, but up in price. You don't always get what you pay for unfortunately.

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Marienkaefer2 — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 21:32:49 GMT

I just do my research.

Although I often find that I will purchase the item on QVC even if I find the same item a few dollars less on another online retailer. The ease of return and customer service are a plus to me. Also, easy pay.

I shop at Q for different things quite a bit. But I also do a ton of shopping on Amazon, LL Bean, and Lands End.

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LoveMyBaby — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 21:35:45 GMT

@petunia wrote:
Just my opinion, but I'm just finding, for the most part, QVC is too expensive for what I see is being offered ............ there's too many other B&M and online sites where I find most of what I'm really looking for!
I know what some are saying, just don't watch or buy, and I'm not!

So true! Totally agree with you! It's ok to watch though 😊 and order as you please, but many (too many to count) times I find the better deal elsewhere. I do my homework and usually order when they have ODO's with free shipping. My favorite B&M stores are TJ MAXX, Marshalls, and HomeGoods. You can't beat the prices and awesome decorations, or anything, really. Right now they are full of cute boots at $30-40.

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Q4u — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 21:47:30 GMT

@QVCkitty1 wrote:
I don't mind paying for quality, however I feel many of the lines have gone down in quality, but up in price. You don't always get what you pay for unfortunately.

I don't mind paying for quality either.... but as soon as that quality shifts downward with no shift downward in price, I lose interest and won't buy anymore.

With the advent of the "tissue knit tees and sweaters".... with the huge price tags, laser cuts and no longevity riding in the durability of the fabrics... or in the manufacturing of them, I'm rarely finding anything I'm willing to pay for anymore.....

Two years ago I found a red Ralph Lauren Jacket I absolutely fell in love with ($170), fit was perfect and the style casual with brass fasteners. Love that jacket and still have it and it still looks fantastic!

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alliswell — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 21:55:32 GMT

Kachina624 wrote:
You're going to love the new line of shoes they're going to introduce in a couple of days. There's only one shoe with picture and description so far but it's a sneaker for $150.

FLY London has a new Softino sneaker going for $195.

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catwhisperer — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 21:56:50 GMT

I used to buy expensive Clark's shoes from QVC until I had two pair fall apart on me after just a few months of wear. So much for quality.

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Blingqueen023 — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 21:57:53 GMT

I've been in the stores at times and I swear that the quality of the clothes from Susan Graver and Bob Mackie are superb compared to what I'm seeing in the stores. I'm very much willing to pay the high price for these two designers because their clothes wash and wear well and will last for years and they have. Susan and Mackie in my opinion are the best designers the Q has. I especially love Bob Mackie's clothes and his sweater coats. The quality can't be beat from any designer from the Q. I don't like his loud sequin stuff. I usually stick with his toned down tops. He's fabulous.

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febe1 — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 22:04:39 GMT

I consider myself a "smart" shopper and take pride in it. Anybody can just shop and buy what they like. But a smart shopper takes it all seriously.

For instance, I want a 100% Pima cotton t-shirt. Simple enough. Now, I see Isaac has l00% Pima cotton and charges me as much as $39.95 and some more. I can get l00% Pima cotton from LLBean starting at $l4.95. Usually I get free S&H from LLBean and many times with a $l0. coupon. Isaac wants all my extra money b/c he is well known & the Q thinks they can get more money with his name.

I can find quality, value and convenience almost everywhere now. It's all at my finger tips.

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gjc57 — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 22:13:04 GMT

I think the prices have gone up because of easy pay. I believe the prices have increased to pass on the increase to people who have to use easy pay. I don't shop at too many mall stores to compare the prices. I also think some items are a bargain on QVC like the Linea brand.

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Daysdee — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 22:29:28 GMT

@GraceCO wrote:

I think it depends on the line. The true designer lines here, like Linea by Louis Dell Olio, are an amazing value considering the design/fit/fabric and the price tag. Some items I've purchased--and I'm a long-standing customer--would be triple the price in B&M retail. IF you could even find these classic, elegant clothes anywhere. To me, I would even pay more for higher end fabrics in this line. Linea, created by an award-winning iconic designer, is the best QVC has to offer, bar none.

Linea is the only clothing line I purchase from QVC now. Quality and style for sure. I don't take a chance (almost never!) on other brands because returns are too costly and I don't want to pay $60. for a thin top. I can do better at local stores or online at other stores.

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Daysdee — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 22:32:21 GMT

QVC's "loungewear" seems very expensive to me.

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Kacee1115 — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 22:37:12 GMT

YES, Even plain tunics from denim and Company are almost $40 , way too much! Then add in your shipping and handling fee and tax. Seriously, I do enjoy going to the mall and finding a bargain, other times yes it might be more convenient to buy from the Q but you got to be prepared for the high cost . And be prepared for the need to return it if you must.

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haddon9 — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 22:58:21 GMT

@febe1 wrote:
I consider myself a "smart" shopper and take pride in it. Anybody can just shop and buy what they like. But a smart shopper takes it all seriously.
For instance, I want a 100% Pima cotton t-shirt. Simple enough. Now, I see Isaac has l00% Pima cotton and charges me as much as $39.95 and some more. I can get l00% Pima cotton from LLBean starting at $l4.95. Usually I get free S&H from LLBean and many times with a $l0. coupon. Isaac wants all my extra money b/c he is well known & the Q thinks they can get more money with his name.
I can find quality, value and convenience almost everywhere now. It's all at my finger tips.

@febe1 LLbean does have quality clothing and they have a great return policy. However I wouldn't be a smart shopper if I bought one of their tees and never wore it.

I have to go with something that fits me well and looks good. Most LLBean clothing just doesn't look good and has an awkward fit on me. A lot of Isaac's designs do as well but once in a while I do find something that I love plus his styles are current which I like.

So it's not just a matter of price and quality (at least for me and many others) but it has to do with fit and style.

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KathyM23 — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 23:11:55 GMT

I don't like the B&M stores because of the quality of the material used. I touch the material and pass on by. Susan Graver, Issac, D&C and many other QVC vendors have far superior material to what I find at B&M except at the higher end stores or department and the prices there are far more than at QVC. I don't complain about QVC prices or shipping. I don't like the shipping cost, but it is less than the other places I shop. I don't do Land's End or LLBean, so I miss out on their free shipping, but the stores I do use don't have free shipping and are more than QVC. No complaints from me. Don't like the prices or shipping fees, but I do understand them.