topic Re: ROMA, ROMA, ROMA TSV in Fashion

ROMA, ROMA, ROMA TSV

TrailBlazer05 — Tue, 13 May 2014 04:09:42 GMT

Hi ladies Just curious what all the buzz is about with this Roma2 bag?? I know it's the upcoming TSV for Friday but I've never seen a single handbag receive this much attention. Between LR's multiple posts about it every day on FB and QVC's postings about it on FB and now I see they even got the hosts and vendors talking about it too (modeling the bag during fashion shows), I would just like some enlightenment what makes you gravitate towards this bag. It does make one wonder if LR's name wasn't attached to this bag if it would still be as popular? It'll be interesting to see if there will be as many returns on this TSV compared to the last one?

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Mistreatedbycs — Tue, 13 May 2014 04:12:43 GMT

Ordered a gazillion of them so they need to move the inventory and make up for the loss of sales on the first one.

No different than any food product coming back new and improved.

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mydora — Wed, 14 May 2014 21:13:25 GMT

no it wouldn't and they would not be promoting it as much. I believe they have other host don't they. So why is she continusly on the home page and the second page. enough already

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terrier3 — Wed, 14 May 2014 21:20:23 GMT

I have an ostrich version in my dressing room.

It's a monument to my stupidity - I actually believed her when she said it would get softer and softer with time.

It's stiff, cheap leather and will never look like the original HE version.

I can't believe people are falling for this all over again...it's not a Prada. it's no Gucci - it's cheaply made.

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KJPA — Wed, 14 May 2014 21:21:19 GMT

I really only knew about this bag from all the postings on the Forums, like this one. I knew who Lisa Robertson was but I had never visited her Facebook page, her blog or even purchased anything GILI. I hadn't heard about GILI at all until all the discussions about the new ROMA 2 coming up.

I liked the look of the bag, looked at the reviews and Ebay listings, researched the comments about the improvements and decided I wanted one at the presale price.

I don't think my decision had anything to do with LR at all. But if I like the bag I might be interested in more of her things. I think the GILI shoes are cute but they don't come in wides. I don't care for leather jackets and a lot of zippers, nor do I wear dresses so not sure how much in this line I will like. But I think I will like this bag.

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evelomaddict — Wed, 14 May 2014 21:32:40 GMT

i ordered 2 of the upcoming tsv bags. one in blush and the other in natural.

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terrier3 — Wed, 14 May 2014 21:33:35 GMT

On 5/14/2014 evelomaddict said:
i ordered 2 of the upcoming tsv bags. one in blush and the other in natural.

I am interested to see if the leather is softer this time around...

Will you post a review here? Please?

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birkin baby — Wed, 14 May 2014 21:54:41 GMT

OMG...just took a look at her Facebook(like Luvmycats) and it was hilarious....grown women posting stuff like they are her BFF or something.Some of those are so gushing its almost weird. Someone posted a pic of a dress and asked LR to help accessorize the dress...really.as far as that bag ..it is way overpriced and some have bought every color. Oh well. It like to watch her but it's for a good laugh.

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naturalfan — Wed, 14 May 2014 22:02:41 GMT

QVC sure promotes her as the fashion/beauty expert and apparently some believe that is true.

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HandJive — Wed, 14 May 2014 22:15:19 GMT

On 5/14/2014 KJPA said:

I don't think my decision had anything to do with LR at all. But if I like the bag I might be interested in more of her things.

I agree with your assessment. Many of the hosts have become vendors of their own products, I'm surprised they all aren't doing so, I sure would if I were in TV sales.

I've been searching for the perfect leather handbag for a good two years - yes I know I'll never find a perfect one, but it's fun trying! Anyway, I passed on the Roma bag for several reasons, no exterior pockets, no option for cross body use, and the reviews about the handles cracking. Then I also read it's a Gucci knockoff, I've passed over real Gucci's already, buying a knockoff would be silly.

So, does anyone know of a good quality extra large leather bag with cross body option, exterior pockets, that performs but doesn't look like a briefcase? I know, I'm dreaming. lol

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KJPA — Wed, 14 May 2014 22:24:26 GMT

Kathoderay, I have a small crossbody set at the shortest length which is 24" and it's still too long for me. I am hoping this Roma 2, set at the 18" length will be just right. That means it will be 3" higher than my current crossbody. I'm 5'4" but I have a long torso so not sure why the shorter 24" length seems so long to me.

Of course the Roma 2 will be a much "fatter" bag too and I may not like it that high. Oh well, as you said it is fun trying!

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HandJive — Wed, 14 May 2014 22:49:53 GMT

KJPA, I hope it works out for you, finding a crossbody strap "just right" while shopping online is a challenge for sure! It's a good looking bag, especially the blush color - although I would have picked the brown for my needs. I'm going to keep watching her line, she's sure to have other styles in the future.

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Bestdressed — Wed, 14 May 2014 23:12:21 GMT

On 5/14/2014 Luvmycats said:
It does make one wonder if LR's name wasn't attached to this bag if it would still be as popular?

Of course not! The bag has rec'd (like all other GILI items) pretty poor reviews and yet people are fanatic and scrambling... There is nothing special about the Roma Tote-I find it to be very amusing! The only reason that QVC started this line is because they are very well aware that Lisa has a fan club (as bizarre as that is!) and they are cashing in on that. Lisa is so self-serving-It's sickening. It's quite sad that Q customers actually consider LR a celebrity- I went on her FB page yesterday for shi** and giggles and literally just laughed at the "gushing" comments. Who writes comments like this? These women clearly don't have a life- Sorry, but these are not highly educated women w/ professional careers. Women w/ a brain don't behave this way!

I was thinking the same thing about women who stalk QVC hosts, go read to their Facebook page and come here to post daily rants.

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Nighthawks — Wed, 14 May 2014 23:14:51 GMT

On 5/14/2014 Bestdressed said:
On 5/14/2014 Luvmycats said:
<em>It does make one wonder if LR's name wasn't attached to this bag if it would still be as popular?</em>

Of course not! The bag has rec'd (like all other GILI items) pretty poor reviews and yet people are fanatic and scrambling... There is nothing special about the Roma Tote-I find it to be very amusing! The only reason that QVC started this line is because they are very well aware that Lisa has a fan club (as bizarre as that is!) and they are cashing in on that. Lisa is so self-serving-It's sickening. It's quite sad that Q customers actually consider LR a celebrity- I went on her FB page yesterday for shi** and giggles and literally just laughed at the "gushing" comments. Who writes comments like this? These women clearly don't have a life- Sorry, but these are not highly educated women w/ professional careers. Women w/ a brain don't behave this way!

I was thinking the same thing about women who stalk QVC hosts, go read to their Facebook page and come here to post daily rants.

Bwahahaha!

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2zbeach — Wed, 14 May 2014 23:59:25 GMT

I think the originals are on sale at Q outlet for $39....,,I could be wrong,but don't think so.

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culebra — Thu, 15 May 2014 00:53:46 GMT

I like the Roma Tote. I think it is attractive looking in photo's. Personally I would rather spend a little more and buy a Brahmin.

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birkin baby — Thu, 15 May 2014 01:03:39 GMT

On 5/14/2014 culebra said:
I like the Roma Tote. I think it is attractive looking in photo's. Personally I would rather spend a little more and buy a Brahmin.

I own some Brahmin bags.I love the large Jaqueline tote so much and it is soft and looks newscaster years of use. No cracking,no need to put a water bottle on it to break it in,and it's large but light. I think this brand is well worth the money.

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Skyegirl21 — Thu, 15 May 2014 01:34:14 GMT

Pretty but wayyyyyy too big (IMO).

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NewNail — Thu, 15 May 2014 02:18:19 GMT

I got the original TSV in brown snake. It was gorgeous. I was surprised at the numerous compliments I received on it as I carried it. But after just two months it started looking really ragged. The tassel was a mess as the strands would get caught on things and break off. The leather started looking really worn. I returned it. I love the new blush version but not so sure I trust it will hold up any better.

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KJPA — Thu, 15 May 2014 02:27:40 GMT

On 5/14/2014 kathoderay said:
KJPA, I hope it works out for you, finding a crossbody strap "just right" while shopping online is a challenge for sure! It's a good looking bag, especially the blush color - although I would have picked the brown for my needs. I'm going to keep watching her line, she's sure to have other styles in the future.

Oh kathoderay, I didn't get the Blush. I got the Cream Snake But the Espresso Lizard was calling my name. I may still regret not getting it but the snake was so different I decided to go with it.