topic Re: Ugly Patterns in Fashion

Ugly Patterns

DebNYC31 — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 03:33:42 GMT

Is being over 50 since that seems to be QVC's new overused motto means I need to wear ugly patterns? QVC overdoses on a concept...& the latest obession is Kim Gravel clothes, Kim Gravel beauty, Kim Gravel anything. Too much Kim Gravel. And her clothes are ok but what is with all the ugly patterns? I like some of the styles but I like solids & they dont seem to exist anymore on QVC (or limited) . Not sure what over 50 slogan is doing for me...no special pricing or discounts just a tag line for QVC to sell their stufff....too much. Apologies to the community since I am probably just being grumpy.

Re: Ugly Patterns

skatting44 — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 03:58:48 GMT

Alot of Susan Graver patterns are too much along with some Denim & Co .

Those cropped wide leged pants Courtney K had on with the SG TSV looked really odd

Re: Ugly Patterns

Kachina624 — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 04:08:52 GMT

@I find solids boring and prefer bright, colorful abstract patterns. They so much fun, especially for summer. I get many compliments.

Perhaps it depends on where you live.

Re: Ugly Patterns

Goodie2shoes — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 04:31:55 GMT

I like many of KG's patterns from her line and I get compliments but I don't like tops with huge overwhelming prints ( one of Kim's designs with the huge white palm tree for example) I like the smaller prints. I didn't care for SG's TSV prints yesterday so that was a easy pass for me. To each her own.

Re: Ugly Patterns

Imaoldhippie — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 10:28:31 GMT

@DebNYC31 .............They may be ugly to you but not to thousands of other QVC customers. Also, there are women that like the over 50's program. I dont care for it so I dont watch its an easy solution for me. Prints are trending so they are the norm this summer. Next summer it will be something else.

Re: Ugly Patterns

CalminHeart — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 11:10:14 GMT

@DebNYC31 wrote:
Is being over 50 since that seems to be QVC's new overused motto means I need to wear ugly patterns? QVC overdoses on a concept...& the latest obession is Kim Gravel clothes, Kim Gravel beauty, Kim Gravel anything. Too much Kim Gravel. And her clothes are ok but what is with all the ugly patterns? I like some of the styles but I like solids & they dont seem to exist anymore on QVC (or limited) . Not sure what over 50 slogan is doing for me...no special pricing or discounts just a tag line for QVC to sell their stufff....too much. Apologies to the community since I am probably just being grumpy.

I agree with you. I consider gawdy, ugly prints to be stereotypical old lady clothes. While I'm in my 70s, I wouldn't be caught dead in them.

The over 50 slogan is just another gimmick. It has nothing to do with over 50 women. It's just women selling the same old, same old stuff and acting like teenagers, giving TMI, telling personal stories, and competing for attention.

Re: Ugly Patterns

Caaareful Shopper — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 12:37:10 GMT

My fashion complaint for QVC is all the palm tree, big leaves designs - from all their brands. There must have been a memo sent from the Buyers for one theme this season. I've purchased none of it. One item goes a very long way, and I prefer a more subtle approach to that motif.

The hosts keep saying, "the style this season is big bold prints!" Fine, just not for me.

Re: Ugly Patterns

TheMemphisVette — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 11:28:01 GMT

@DebNYC31 wrote:
Is being over 50 since that seems to be QVC's new overused motto means I need to wear ugly patterns? QVC overdoses on a concept...& the latest obession is Kim Gravel clothes, Kim Gravel beauty, Kim Gravel anything. Too much Kim Gravel. And her clothes are ok but what is with all the ugly patterns? I like some of the styles but I like solids & they dont seem to exist anymore on QVC (or limited) . Not sure what over 50 slogan is doing for me...no special pricing or discounts just a tag line for QVC to sell their stufff....too much. Apologies to the community since I am probably just being grumpy.

@DebNYC31

i am so sorry you are unable to find solids and pretty patterns. i have no problem with finding them.

and so many nice sale and clearance pricing.

happy shopping!

Re: Ugly Patterns

LindaSal — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 12:27:28 GMT

I enjoy some bright colors for summer and some pretty patterns, within reason though, not huge and gawdy. Which I have to agree we are seeing alot of this season along with dresses, dresses and more dresses! I guess we just have to roll with it, styles and trends are changing all the time.

Re: Ugly Patterns

sunsetbeach — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 13:01:20 GMT

I love prints, especially tropical prints, because in my mind I always want to live at a resort. But, the winner of the consistantly ugly prints is Attitudes by Renee. I've never even been remotely interested in any of the pieces, they are just not for me.

Re: Ugly Patterns

mspatmac — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 13:02:42 GMT

@DebNYC31 wrote:
Is being over 50 since that seems to be QVC's new overused motto means I need to wear ugly patterns? QVC overdoses on a concept...& the latest obession is Kim Gravel clothes, Kim Gravel beauty, Kim Gravel anything. Too much Kim Gravel. And her clothes are ok but what is with all the ugly patterns? I like some of the styles but I like solids & they dont seem to exist anymore on QVC (or limited) . Not sure what over 50 slogan is doing for me...no special pricing or discounts just a tag line for QVC to sell their stufff....too much. Apologies to the community since I am probably just being grumpy.

If you're being grumpy @DebNYC31 then I am too as I agree with you. I much prefer solids and small stripes (think button downs) to loud big colorful prints. I do have 2 blouses in muted small flowers I like.

It's just my style and while I have been gone a long time, think I am still influenced by my roots on the East Coast. I believe you should wear what you feel comfortable in and the occasion your're going too. Now I'm retired in Texas it's mostly solid tee shirts and blouses in summer with capris and winter sweatshirts and jeans.

Re: Ugly Patterns

shoptilyadropagain — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 13:44:17 GMT

I'm very picky about prints andI don't care for the large floral or botanical prints, etc. This just isn't at the Q (which I rarely watch anyway) but in all the stores.and has been going on for Years!!

Re: Ugly Patterns

Effie54 — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 13:47:39 GMT

@skatting44 wrote:
Alot of Susan Graver patterns are too much along with some Denim & Co .
Those cropped wide leged pants Courtney K had on with the SG TSV looked really odd

Definitely. Both of these brands are known for their very large, loud prints. They're an easy pass for me.

Re: Ugly Patterns

Kachina624 — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 14:49:21 GMT

@Caaareful Shopper wrote:
My fashion complaint for QVC is all the palm tree, big leaves designs - from all their brands. There must have been a memo sent from the Buyers for one theme this season. I've purchased none of it. One item goes a very long way, and I prefer a more subtle approach to that motif.

The hosts keep saying, "the style this season is big bold prints!" Fine, just not for me.

@Caaareful Shopper. I'm convinced there is only one buyer and he/she loves palm trees and their fronds. Big, oversized prints tend to make the wearer look bigger.

Re: Ugly Patterns

wilma — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 14:52:12 GMT

Prints and patterns are very subjective. What one person loves, another may not.

I've seen all kinds of prints on the Q, in local stores, and other online sites this year. Huge tropical and floral prints are really trending, but they're not my style. I prefer small to medium sized geometric or abstract floral prints.

Wear what you love, and ignore the rest.

Have a Great Day!

Re: Ugly Patterns

songbird — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 15:08:40 GMT

Agreed about Graver's prints. Really ugly, some of them. Too much. Not a fan of prints. Or at least the one I see on Susan and Kim. The clothing I see in the mall don't have such garish prints. Much more subtle at the mall. Can't wait for some fall clothing. Another thing that annoys me is QVC version of straight leg pants/jeans. They are really snug looking. Very much more like leggings. I'm pretty sure trousers won't be as wide as they are now coming in to the fall.. Just that they look silly and snug on some of the models. Especially the heavy ones. And oh big print on plus size just don't chill.

Re: Ugly Patterns

wagirl — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 15:13:50 GMT

What I have noticed is all the gawd awful neon bright colors are a huge thing too--- as well as very dark satuated colors---why??? I like light, airy colors in reasonable patterns. Is it almost time to start with the fashion for fall? Probably---

Re: Ugly Patterns

songbird — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 15:32:30 GMT

@wagirl wrote:
What I have noticed is all the gawd awful neon bright colors are a huge thing too--- as well as very dark satuated colors---why??? I like light, airy colors in reasonable patterns. Is it almost time to start with the fashion for fall? Probably---

Here's one today

Re: Ugly Patterns

centigrade — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 17:56:55 GMT

Exactly .....these are hideous clown pants !!! PERIOD !!! UGH !! Who wouldwear these ???

Re: Ugly Patterns

SaveTheTurtles — Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:26:24 GMT

It's nice to have some prints but I am not a fan of the loud big overwhelming prints.