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Halston Line

SFGIANTSGIRL — Sun, 18 Oct 2015 14:53:29 GMT

Got to say, now having a number of these pieces, I really love this line. It is so nice to see Q change it up a bit. The fit, colors and style are so business/casual friendly. I ventured into the shoes and belts too. I love that the sizes (for me) are my regular store sizes. With some of the other designers, I was not sure what size to order, regular or Q size.

I purchased some boots in my normal 7 1/2 and they fit pefectly. Got the 2 in the jackets and xxs in tops I wanted closer fitting and xs in tops that i wanted to fit looser and all have been right on to what I would get in the brick and mortor stores.

Who else is happy with this line?

Deb

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MaggieMack — Sun, 18 Oct 2015 15:32:18 GMT

I love all of my Halston purchases, too. Not so sure about the New Arrivals, though. Sleeveless in October? Would have bought that new top if it had long sleeves!

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gardensla — Sun, 18 Oct 2015 16:47:54 GMT

I've had good success with this line, too. I truly hope they keep up the quality!

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catmama — Sun, 18 Oct 2015 17:09:43 GMT

I have two pieces, both sweaters, and they are extremely comfortable. They are well made but haven't washed them yet, so will be interested to see how they hold up over time.

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Chi-town girl — Sun, 18 Oct 2015 19:08:34 GMT

I too like this new line. Bought the TSV duster and a top-excellent quality, fit and decent pricing. Glad to know the shoes & handbags are also good buys. My current rave--the orchid color in the apparel items, gorgeous tone!

Hope they don't over expose/cheapen the line with frumpy poly designs like they did with the Lisa Rinna line-should have left it alone as it was intended when it was Belle Gray!

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151949 — Sun, 18 Oct 2015 19:26:02 GMT

I think the line is very pretty , but nothing for me in my casual , tropical retirement life. Maybe they will have some nice summer clothes I'll like. one thing I miss about the northern winter are the pretty clothes.

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glmama — Sun, 18 Oct 2015 19:29:39 GMT

I haven't purchaed anything from this line, but I DO agree that everything looks great and I've been temtped many times to buy. I will definitely check the line out more thoroughly.

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vac — Sun, 18 Oct 2015 20:56:56 GMT

I am in love with my blush TSV duster, and would like to order another when they come back in stock It will be hard to decide which color to get next, though. I love the collection's color palette -- subtle and sophisticated.

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islandgrrl — Mon, 19 Oct 2015 14:52:40 GMT

I too am loving all of my Halston items. Good quality...good price point. And the softness of the sweaters (I have 3) is amazing. I've worn the TSV duster only once so far but the temps are finally falling enough that I should get good use from it.

@SFGIANTSGIRL Which boots did you purchase? (not that I need another pair).

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tototwo — Mon, 19 Oct 2015 15:06:06 GMT

I'm probably comparing apples to oranges here..... but I bought a sage green Halston twin sweater set back in the 80's. It was so traditional it never went out of style - I could just change up my jewelry or scarves, and it looked stylish every year. It was washable and I machine washed and dried both pieces about once a week from fall to spring every year. I wore that Halston set for over 20 years with both slacks and skirts to work. I finally donated it because I was tired of it -- it never wore out. Sometimes I wish I still had it. I watch the Halston shows on Q now and wonder if it's still the same quality? Time will tell.

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islandgrrl — Mon, 19 Oct 2015 15:32:58 GMT

@tototwo Sounds like a great sweater set. I think of the Q's Halston line as inspired by the Halston that you remember...but I would be very surprised (shocked even) if the lasting power is the same as that couture line. After all these are mass produced ready-to-wear items. Your Halston sweater set was undoubtedly made with lots of attention to detail.

I don't think you can buy anything from a TV shopping channel of that quality. But doing an apples to apples comparison of other lines available on the Q, I find the Halston quality very high and the style is complimentary to other (non shopping channel) items in my closet.

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Chrystaltree2 — Mon, 19 Oct 2015 17:28:37 GMT

I really don't watch QVC on tv. So, I haven't seen any presentations, I only know what I see here on .com. But I like what I see. No bells and whistles. Just nice, classic, polished clothing and accessories. At some point, I'm sure I will buy something. However, to be honest. I work in a business casual atmosphere, I'm a fashion foward dressser. I don't jump on all the trend bandwagons but I do like interpreting the trends for myself. The H by Halston line seems like it's a bit too basic for me. In general that is. But, like I said, eventually I'll see something I want to buy.

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SFGIANTSGIRL — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 13:51:06 GMT

I ordered the long all leather boots in gray (the ones with the suede on the back). They are beautiful. It is hard to find a true gray. The last pair I bought turned out to be more of a taupe.

Deb

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islandgrrl — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 14:44:34 GMT

@chrystaltree wrote:
I really don't watch QVC on tv. So, I haven't seen any presentations, I only know what I see here on .com. But I like what I see. No bells and whistles. Just nice, classic, polished clothing and accessories. At some point, I'm sure I will buy something. However, to be honest. I work in a business casual atmosphere, I'm a fashion foward dressser. I don't jump on all the trend bandwagons but I do like interpreting the trends for myself. The H by Halston line seems like it's a bit too basic for me. In general that is. But, like I said, eventually I'll see something I want to buy.

@Chrystaltree2 I completely understand what you mean. I feel similarly about Linea. I always see beautiful pieces but they don't match my work or play lifestyle very well. After many years of watching the line I finally bought my first item -- a very casual hoody dress. The quality is really nice so I have a deeper appreciation for the enthusiasm of the Linea ladies.

The simplicity of the Halston pieces allows them to fit into my closet with ease. But there are many lines here: Bob Mackie, Joan Rivers, Quacker, Dennis Basso and until recently, Linea, that I'm sure are very nice but they just don't often fit with my life.

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blackhole99 — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 00:36:20 GMT

I ordered the down wrap coat a couple of weeks ago and I must say I was surprised at the great fit, style and quality of the down coat for the money. I 'm sorry I didn't buy the TSV duster sweater.

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Ibby114 — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 18:09:03 GMT

I love my tsv duster cardigan in teal - if the gray was a little darker I would have bought that too! You can't find long length classic cardigans in b&m's for under $100, I looked during my waitlist period! Even over $100 was hard to find.

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TheOwl — Mon, 16 Nov 2015 23:18:57 GMT

I have been thrilled with the drape front cardigan ~ A271082. I first purchased the Heather Granite and wow, just beautiful and warm and versatile as to various ways to play with the front for differing ways to wear it - all flattering. I wore it yesterday to church with a tank top and matching mid-calf skirt. So I was able to test the inside of the sleeves and definitely not scratchy. Wow, it sure kept me warm and the temps here were in the 40s to low 50s. Very comfortable, lots of compliments. Do have to fold the sleeves back into cuffs as the arms are too long for me. But I'm totally happy with that. went back and purchased the heather bone and it is VERY pretty also.

Also got the dress in Heather Granite ~ A269410 ~ and while I'm keeping it because I really need that color and it fills a wardrobe nitch for me ~ I honestly think it is too expensive. I did hand wash it BY HAND since I couldn't get the packing wrinkles out and it definitely shrunk. Had to reblock the upper arm sleeves and the bust area. It's even softer though after washing it. Also had to iron the hem bottom as the small rib knit down there folded back on me even after drying flat. I had thought I would come back for the dark heather, but decided against that. This dress is warm in spite of its seemingly "thin" fabric weight though. So I'll get some good wear out of it this winter.

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sunshine45 — Tue, 17 Nov 2015 00:26:00 GMT

i think these are some of the best pieces i have seen from any line on qvc in a while! i am slowly building my collection. i have three of the long sweater dusters that were the tsv a month or so ago......A269209 in teal, black, and blush. i have the boyfriend long sleeved v neck pullover A270230 in mauve and dusk blue. the material on these sweaters is so soft and comfortable. they are a bit oversized so if you want it more fitted then definitely go down a size. i know i will end up getting the other two colors. i also just bought the long cardigan with textured stitching.....it is a bit oversized, but quite substantial in weight. if you are looking for an outerwear cardigan then this is it. i bought it in the black but it is more of a very dark charcoal grey. A254654.

i am now going to browse the collection for some tops and some boots or shoes. so far a very good experience. lets hope this means more good things to come! the materials and the workmanship are quite nice.

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islandgrrl — Tue, 17 Nov 2015 03:50:28 GMT

I agree with you @sunshine45 I am really enjoying this line. I have acquired several pieces:

A272457 TSV duster (black)

A234888 Scoop neck top (black and gray)

A262982 Tunic with Hi-Low hem (fog blue)

A230723 Cowl Neck sweater (black)

As you say, sunshine, they are so soft and lovely. I hope the quality stays high.