topic Re: RLM in Jewelry

RLM

Sweet_Serenity — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 10:07:11 GMT

Several years ago purchased RLM solid ring from boutique. Turned in this morning, White Bronze? Very !! Disappointed. Silver PLEASE.

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qualitygal — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 10:13:23 GMT

Maybe he likes working with this different product. Didn't see him on for ages. Two things he made I got years ago, I still wear 1 a lot.

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Sweet_Serenity — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 10:17:47 GMT

@qualitygal wrote:
Maybe he likes working with this different product. Didn't see him on for ages. Two things he made I got years ago, I still wear 1 a lot.

Host mentioned the reason for using bronze instead of silver...cost! Once again! Cutting corners doesn't mean profits. Purist I want silver. Why? Qvc? Please, Some of us would gladly pay. Thank you.

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kelsey17 — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 11:17:14 GMT

@Sweet_Serenity wrote:
@qualitygal wrote:
Maybe he likes working with this different product. Didn't see him on for ages. Two things he made I got years ago, I still wear 1 a lot.
Host mentioned the reason for using bronze instead of silver...cost! Once again! Cutting corners doesn't mean profits. Purist I want silver. Why? Qvc? Please, Some of us would gladly pay. Thank you.

I can understand maybe making jewelry content changes regarding gold.....but i didn't think silver has had such a increase in value that now costume, bronze, brass, etc.

has to be used....

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faeriemoon — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 12:17:28 GMT

I checked on line this morning to see what was available in his early morning show. There was the tablet ring that I'm still kicking myself for never buying when it was available in sterling. I don't see why HIS line had to be downgraded to bronze; there are so many much more expensive lines they could have chosen. I doubt the choice was his.

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Sweet_Serenity — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 13:03:38 GMT

@faeriemoon wrote:
I checked on line this morning to see what was available in his early morning show. There was the tablet ring that I'm still kicking myself for never buying when it was available in sterling. I don't see why HIS line had to be downgraded to bronze; there are so many much more expensive lines they could have chosen. I doubt the choice was his.

On point! Robert seemed different, Not like years past. Business of behind the scenes often probably sucks the spirit of joy away. The ring I own couture 400.00 plus worth every penny. Grateful and take pleasure not only wearing also tactile enjoyment->solid silver.😍

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tends2dogs — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 13:02:24 GMT

I have to add my two cents worth. I have several of his silver pieces from the past and wear them often. I bought a pair of bronze earrings from his line.........I am sorry, but they were pure junk. The tarnish factor is one reason......not like silver, because I was unable to make it look nice again. Actually, it never really looked that nice to begin with. I should have returned them.

I wish he would/could bring back silver pieces again. Other designers do, but his style offers something that the other designers don't. I don't care for the other stuff.....too ornate, too, too LOL BUT hey, to each their own and my choice WAS RLM.

QVC is hurting themselves by phasing out so many of the good designers - not just jewelry, but clothing, also. JMHO

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Nitefall — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 13:22:34 GMT

ITA!!!!!! I stated this very same thing in a similiar post several months ago. I wish QVC wouldn't dumb down EVERY line!!!!! especially this one. PLEASE QVC HAVE RLM continue his line in real silver. I too have several older pieces of his in REAL silver and they are far superior to the "junk" (IMHO) that's on line in bronze from his line.

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Kachina624 — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 21:38:29 GMT

RLM has been using bronze for several years. Others who tried bronze have gone back to silver. He wants silver prices for his bronze but I'm not buying. I guess it's better than the brass he was using which tarnished in me in a matter of a few hours.

He has reduced his line to the category of costume jewelry.

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colliegirls — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 22:02:04 GMT

Sterling silver is not that expensive that I want to accept substitutes.

I purchased one of his brass pieces a few years ago, it tarnished almost immediately and I never wear it now. I don't want jewelry that looks like my fireplace poker!!!

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depglass — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 22:26:10 GMT

Diligently checking Ebay should net you a tablet ring in good condition. I haven't looked at prices lately. Just be patient.

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Tinkrbl44 — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 14:51:03 GMT

@Sweet_Serenity wrote:
Several years ago purchased RLM solid ring from boutique. Turned in this morning, White Bronze? Very !! Disappointed. Silver PLEASE.

@Sweet_Serenity

I'm also a RLM lover and find these comments a bit surprising ... why should any jewelry designer be restricted to using only one metal? I have several RLM sterling pieces, but am open to new designs in new metals.

I have a feeling that QVC is determining this .... perhaps they said they'll put him on more IF he uses more bronze. While we can all say it should be sterling silver or nothing, this has to be driven by sales. If sterling items sell fewer pieces than hoped for, it's clearly a dollars and cents decision.

Having said that ............ I am a 100% silver metal gal, and recently purchased my first RLM white bronze bracelet J326153 ..... and I love it! No tarnishing, I wear this several times a week. It's really gorgeous!

If you want more RLM silver ..... write to CS and post in the Suggestion Box section. Let them know!

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Sweet_Serenity — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 16:34:38 GMT

Enjoy your white bronze. Watched the show, Metal to white for me. Have more than enough RLM from Qvc and my own travels.