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Qurate sells Zulily

DearPrudence — Thu, 25 May 2023 02:09:42 GMT

per Marketwatch today:

Qurate Retail, whose brands include QVC, HSN and Ballard Designs, sold online retailer Zulily to investment firm Regent.

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jackiejenny — Thu, 25 May 2023 02:12:48 GMT

It was kind of predictable Zulily would be one of the first to go.

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FancyPhillyshopper — Thu, 25 May 2023 02:28:06 GMT

Not sure how they can justify keeping HSN. It was a key competitor, but I am not sure if they have increased any profits due to that acquisition. IMO, HSN has gone somewhat downhill.

I never shopped at Zulily so I have no input.

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cjm61 — Thu, 25 May 2023 02:41:45 GMT

@FancyPhillyshopper Zulily really went downhill. It use to have NEW items daily, for a limited time, usually 3 days. Every day you could check NEW items and see really unique items at great prices. Now, not so unique items and rarely are there many new items. Many items showcased are items that can't sell on QVC. Yes, these can be good deals if you read reviews carefully to determine size inconsistencies and/or inferior items. Again, some are just too limited to sell on QVC and in that case, good deals could be had but rarely.

Hopefully the change will be for the better, go back to the original intent of this site.

I actually think HSN got better. I rarely shopped there, an item here and there but never "shopped" there. Now, I think it has improved, at least, it has products that interest me and when they had free shipping with a $75 purchase, I found I wasn't shopping at QVC but buying more from HSN.

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jackiejenny — Thu, 25 May 2023 02:49:52 GMT

Just look at the presentations on HSN vs QVC and tell me which one is better.

QVC is the one who went downhill.

Zulily became a joke after Qurate's acquisition.

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FancyPhillyshopper — Thu, 25 May 2023 06:44:34 GMT

HSN always seemed to have lower-priced fashions and household goods, but I started shopping there for reasonably-priced and nice quality gold jewelry.

Unfortunately, all the high-end vendors have departed, and what they have remaining is very, very overpriced and low quality (fine jewelry).

So I have spent almost nothing at HSN--just a few small items the past several years, mainly gifts for family.

I am up late watching the Effy show--I always said a few decades ago that QVC should bring Effy on board, because Effy jewelry is consistent in quality (not hit or miss like so much of the gemstone jewelry QVC often sells.)

However, I have basically now moved on from Effy--the gold weight in their jewelry has declined, and they use too many single cut diamonds. Also, sadly, Mr. Effy passed away quite recently. Yes, it is lovely to look at, but for me, the value is not there.

So glad I started shopping a long time ago when prices were better--if only I had a lot more money when I was younger!

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chrystaltree — Thu, 25 May 2023 12:37:35 GMT

That's not a surprise to anyone. Big changes are necessary.

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We rescue cats — Thu, 25 May 2023 15:18:53 GMT

I started with HSN way back in '89 or so, then found QVC and preferred Q's products and seldom shopped with HSN. But now I am actually migrating back to HSN, not really sure why but again I think it is a combo of I prefer their hosts and their merchandise as well. I'm super tired of the Q's repetition and I love HSN's kitchen shows. If I were in a position to do so I would merge the two channels and then clean house.

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cindyNC — Thu, 25 May 2023 16:25:48 GMT

@cjm61 I just started looking at Zuilily but never bought anything. I didn't like their return policy of only offering credit. Looking deeper, realized the items were ones with less than stellar reviews.

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laluzdelmundo — Thu, 25 May 2023 17:50:29 GMT

Maybe I'm in the minority here on the Q's forum, but I shop at Zulily every week--usually keep things in my basket and then wait 'til Friday so I have one shipping charge for the rest of the weekend. If a sale is ending mid-week I may shop then but still only pay the one original shipping charge for more items.

I do stay away from nearly all clothes offered there but I did find my fave Carole Hochman lounge pj's for $12.78 that were still available at QVC for over $25, a couple of LOGO shirts, and some Madewell items. Shoes can be a real bargain if you know the brand and style. Clark's have made it to my house at $29-$39-$59 but are still $78 or more at the Q. Barepaws were less than the HSN special prices. Beauty brands, e.g. BareMinerals, Laura G, Algenist and Pur Minerals can also be a bargain. It's also fun to look there for housewares and decor.

With Zulily, it just depends. Hope this new owner won't drive it into the ground.

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laluzdelmundo — Thu, 25 May 2023 18:03:50 GMT

Why I love Zulily: My recent Koolaburra sandal score only $39.99 on Zulily but $74.99 at the Q:

QVC item A574179 with 35 ***** reviews here.

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STYLE — Thu, 25 May 2023 18:15:10 GMT

NO SURPRISE!

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cjm61 — Thu, 25 May 2023 19:33:58 GMT

@cindyNC You DO have to research many of Zulily's items. They didn't use to have reviews. Now, at least you can get some kind of an idea of what people think on many of their items.

I find their "off" brands run extremely large and poor fabrics. However, once in awhile a great product will come up. At least with some of the QVC items on Zulily they have reviews so you can get a better idea of the fit and all.

I have to say I never returned anything, even if I didn't like it. But, a couple of times the item was damaged. They had me keep the item and sent me a new one. One of the great things they use to do was give you a $10 credit if they messed up. A few times they would email and say they couldn't get the item I ordered in the time frame they expected so they apologize and tell me for my inconvenience I got the cash credit. I don't know that they do that anymore.

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bonnielu — Thu, 25 May 2023 19:52:50 GMT

Hope they remain the same. Love Zulily. A problem of any kind they answer the phone immediately. I have gotten so many nice clothing items from them with massive compliments.... strangers. I just hope they remain as they are. They have served me well. And the price points are perfect for me.

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Caaareful Shopper — Thu, 25 May 2023 21:00:26 GMT

I own 5 pairs of NYDJ jeans. Except for the recent TSV shorts, I purchased all of them at Zulily for at least half the price of QVC or on NYDJ's own website. Half.

I have Miz Mooz, Fly London, Clarks, and Nine West shoes, Puma, and Adiddas sneakers, and Spenco thongs -- just a few of the name brand items I purchased there.

Le Creuset, Staub, and a Northern Nights comforter, and Jai jewelry as well.

Love Zulily.