topic Re: Sizing Issues in Fashion

Sizing Issues

patticakes — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 12:49:08 GMT

I really wish QVC could address the problem with sizing issues. I absolutely hate to have to return items; however it seems to me that the sizing discrepancies are getting worse than ever. I like a lot of QVC's fashion and purchase quite a bit; however it used to be less frequent for me to have sizing problems; however now it seems like sizing differs not only from llne to line but even within the same line--sometimes even when ordering the same item. Anyone else frustrated with this problem? I want to continue to be able to order clothing from the Q as I like much of the fashion but don't want to have to keep returning, exchanging, etc.

Re: Sizing Issues

wagirl — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 13:18:07 GMT

I have problems with the sizing too--I usually get 2 sizes, just in case. that's why I have stopped buying clothes here or anywhere really. Will go in person these days.

Re: Sizing Issues

haddon9 — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 13:24:04 GMT

I always go by the size chart for each individual item. Sometimes I'm a Medium and sometimes a Large for tops. Bottoms I'm usually a small.

However there are times when I have returned since the fit was still bad.

Last year I purchased a top from Talbots in person. I liked it so much I bought the exact same top in two different colors (same size as well) online. They were very different in size when I received them!

Re: Sizing Issues

Bhvbum — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 13:31:51 GMT

"click here" for garment measurements.

I won't buy any garment from QVC unless I can see the actual measurements. I learned that years ago buying LOGO that the sizes vary even within a brand.

I know my critical measurements like bust, inseam, or waist (stretch items include the extended waist measurement) Then you take into account the fabric if it has any spandex, etc. I haven't returned an item for size in years, and I have bought everything from extra small to large because they do vary within the brand and certainly from brand to brand. I find the size chart meaningless.

Re: Sizing Issues

cjm61 — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 13:40:05 GMT

@patticakes Since you asked, no, I really don't have a problem with sizing. First, a person needs to be honest with their own measurements. The garment measurements are under Click Here. I have read that some don't believe them to be accurate but I have never had an issue.

I also know my own body type. Although I can be the same height and weight as another, some clothing items won't fit the same. Some brands just won't work for some people while it works for others.

My advice is to get your measurements, follow the garment measurement chart AND read reviews.

Like @haddon9 stated, all businesses can have sizing issues that don't work well for you. It can be difficult to buy online but once you find the designers you like you should have no issues.

And as @Bhvbum pointed out, pay attention to the fabric content. That plays a big part on fit. If it has stretch or no stretch, etc.

Re: Sizing Issues

Kachina624 — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 16:09:39 GMT

@patticakes. I have no issues with qvc sizing. I know what size I wear, I always order that size and it always fits. I know the chest and hip measurements I need and always check the actual garment measurements before buying just in case there is an abnormality, which there rarely is.

I don't know what else they can do to assure a good fit. I virtually never return anything due to size.

Re: Sizing Issues

Jk9 — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 17:44:46 GMT

I haven't had problems with sizing since I always check the actual garment measurements as others have said. I never order 2 sizes to try. I also make sure I know my current measurements. You can do something to increase your probability of getting the right size but that requires you are proactive about it. Even then, there could be a manufacturing error with any vendor.

Re: Sizing Issues

granddi — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 18:26:59 GMT

All on line sellers need to address sizing issues.

In the case of Q, you have to listen closely to the babble and then catch the special sizing considerations. Such as: size up if you want a looser fit, size down from your B&M sizing, this is no Q sizing or the one that makes no sense to me is: Suzie Q is 5'6" and is a L.

I try to read the reviews mainly for sizing but often the remarks relate to the item arrived wrinkled or there was an unpleasant odor.

I have shopped with Q for over 25 years and have all but stopped buying clothing from Q.

Re: Sizing Issues

ALRATIBA — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 18:39:21 GMT

I don't buy much anymore .... but I have lately noted the size issue on blouses. Medium is often too big - even with my wide shoulders. (Fortunately, I was able to shrink one from Renee's Attitudes line.)

Pants are always too long ... but it's easy to fix that.

Re: Sizing Issues

CrazyTimes — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 19:39:33 GMT

I always check measurements for each garment before ordering. I am mostly successful when I order tops, sweaters, jackets, dresses & blazers, although I have returned a few that were way off in fit for whatever reason.

Pants are a tougher online purchase for me. I'd rather try them on first before buying. I can always try to order more of a specific pant online if I know it already fits. I've done that several times.

Re: Sizing Issues

BirkiLady — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 20:53:53 GMT

Bought Denim & Company's recent Classic Stretch Slacks (a TSV) that looked nice for at least three seasons. Tried them on today and was 99% disappointed!

They are the worst slacks I've ever ordered due to the fabric and the styling. So disappointed that I didn't know what those fibers were going to be.

And the postage!!! Holy cow. That would have stopped me had I known it would be so expensive for such a small package.

I did receive a T-shirt about an hour later from another vendor at QVC and am very happy with it, the price and the usual S&H. Wrote a great review!

Re: Sizing Issues

shoekitty — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 20:58:17 GMT

@CrazyTimes wrote:
I always check measurements for each garment before ordering. I am mostly successful when I order tops, sweaters, jackets, dresses & blazers, although I have returned a few that were way off in fit for whatever reason.

Pants are a tougher online purchase for me. I'd rather try them on first before buying. I can always try to order more of a specific pant online if I know it already fits. I've done that several times.

@CrazyTimes Measurements do not work for me, especially with qvc. On some measurement charts I should wear large, yet I meed small or medium now to fit. Many of the mediums are way too large. I do not know what goes on with them. That's why I quit buying clothes with them, too many exchanges. Sizing varies so drastically. I think QVC has such vanity sizing to start with. Back in the day, before 2000 when most clothing was USA , and a couple other countries the sizing was the same for every single designer. It was so easy, they were more true to size, slightly generous. But you could by a Rue sweater, or denim and co, all same size perfect. Then when all the vendors lost control of factory quality and sizing at factories over seas ...all clothing is like that.

Re: Sizing Issues

katie1859 — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 21:55:31 GMT

Again we are talking about quality and how poorly it is made

When the fabrics are cheap and manufacturing skimps and cuts back

they're not giving full sizing because they're keeping costs diwn

Skimp on fabric

Skimp on sizing

Then washing will bring the item to shrink

For the price the Q is charging you can buy a high end brand and maintain your true

Sizing

If you have ever bought consistently from a high end brand and maintain your size

that will tell you they have not thinned out their sizes to accommodate manufacturing costs

i routinely buy only from a few brands and that's because I'm a one size w/o fail or adjustments

That I can trust these brands and none are of QVC

Re: Sizing Issues

TheMemphisVette — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 21:58:31 GMT

i have no sizing issues with q clothing

those who do need to shop elsewhere or in person.

easy

Re: Sizing Issues

Beammeupscotty — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 22:39:15 GMT

The size chart is no help to me usually.

Re: Sizing Issues

Jk9 — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 02:59:26 GMT

I agree that the "size chart" isn't very helpful, but the garment measurements are very helpful to me. I always pull up the garment measurements before I buy any clothing. I also check my measurements to be sure I know what I am doing. It's one step more to pull up the garment measurements from the tab in the description but it's so worth it for me.

Re: Sizing Issues

okaywitheasypay — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 14:26:16 GMT

With mass produced clothing (all unless custom made or sewn at home) there is bound to be some difference due to how it is cut out -- from many layers probably.

I know I really like the joy spun pajamas from Wal-Mart and have many pairs.Recently I purchased a new pair for summer --tried it on--and thought wow I must have lost weight as the waistline seemed extremly roomy. I got out an old pair --same size--and the new one was about 1/2 -1 inch larger. My dream shattered.😒

I agree and with other posters and make good use of the measurements chart. I sometimes get a similar frock out of my closet and compare measurements. I find skimming thru reviews very helpful also.

There are some brands that just about always fit me accurately. D&Co. and SG petite pants always. It used to be true of Quacker Factory ,but the last few I purchased were like riding pants=too much fabric in the hips.

Re: Sizing Issues

ScrapHappy — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 15:00:30 GMT

I've had sizing issues with QVC for some time now. I had it down for a while....Denim & Co I'd order my usual size and was fine, SG I sized down and KG I'd have to size up one size for tops ( I gave up on her bottoms). But this Spring/Summer I did order a lot of crops from D&C that were way off. Way too big and returned. I'm especially diappointed with the D&C french terry crops. It's changed into the acivewear/easycare catergories and the fit is awful (for me). I would email the social team telling them what I was returning for a head's up and would always tell them of my sizing problems. I kind felt I I was in the minority so I'm kinda glad to come across this and know it's not just me.

Re: Sizing Issues

rebeltx — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 23:55:37 GMT

i have quit buying clothes from QVC especially Kim Grvel and Peace love World they never talk about correct sizing or put sizing ontv i also check garment measurements but not always true I especially get irrated with Shawn as she never gives size information to busy talking to presenter or acting All bout herself

Re: Sizing Issues

branny — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 08:45:25 GMT

the waist sizes are never correct. toooo big when they arrive and then i have to return. i have been waiting for the return label to send this back so i can get different size. so annoying. hope the smaller size fits. geeze!