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Have models in more realistic sizes

mosky — Tue, 18 Oct 2016 19:56:42 GMT

On the fashion shows,it seems to me that the majority of the models are wearing,small or extra small sizes.I realize the clothes look better on smaller models,but I would like to see,more variety in sizes,so I would know how the style would do for me. Once in awhile they have a model in size large,but if you check,you will see most wear an extra small. The American woman does not wear an extra small.I think you know this because of all the larger sizes you sell. Thank You

Re: Have models in more realistic sizes

millieshops — Tue, 18 Oct 2016 20:02:10 GMT

Right -- but until fantasy stops selling far better than reality, no retailer is going to give up using model-perfect bodies most of the time.

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SeaMaiden — Tue, 18 Oct 2016 20:04:53 GMT

This is TV. They are going to show clothes mostly in small sizes because it looks better. No different than doing makeup shows. Most people are not even attractive that buy this stuff, but the models are usually way better looking than the consumer...Why? Because putting makeup on plain unattractive REAL people is not what the consumer wants to see. The consumer wants to see a "Dream" a fake reality of what they maybe could look like with the product. It is all a facade.

Re: Have models in more realistic sizes

2blonde — Tue, 18 Oct 2016 20:12:35 GMT

I'm an American woman, and I wear an XS. Oh, and I'm also a REAL person.

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ALRATIBA — Tue, 18 Oct 2016 20:12:49 GMT

I don't think the size of the models is as important as their shape. Someone my size with a different shape tells me nothing about how something will fit me.

I'm no way as thin or as tall as Katia, but I have a similar shape and proportion - narrow hips / wider shoulders, etc.

I can tell how something will fit me - looking at her shoulder seams, sleeves, pockets placement, neckline gaps, etc.

Re: Have models in more realistic sizes

Kachina624 — Tue, 18 Oct 2016 20:55:01 GMT

The object of the Q's game is to sell clothes and tall slender model show them off to their best advantage. In all fairness, they do a good job of showing clothes on larger, plus size models too.

Re: Have models in more realistic sizes

Perkup — Tue, 18 Oct 2016 21:21:42 GMT

@2blonde wrote:
I'm an American woman, and I wear an XS. Oh, and I'm also a REAL person.

And of course you are real. There are lots of you; however, there are more of

me according to statistics. I wear a Medium top and usually a l4 in pants, which seems to be a large in most brands - or at least they measure out to that size. So, although the clothing may look better on an XS, for me to decide to purchase something I need to see it in a Medium/Large. Otherwise I pass it up and go to the B&M stores nearby.

Re: Have models in more realistic sizes

Mz iMac — Tue, 18 Oct 2016 21:25:35 GMT

"Once in awhile they have a model in size large,but if you check,you will see most wear an extra small."

You must realize the Q uses "vanity" sizing.

In department stores I wear size 7/8 or 9/10 (depends if made in US or overseas). I am 5'7, 120lbs soaking wet.

Q sizing I am an XXS or XS (depending on tops or pants). I haven't been that size in department stores since birth!

Re: Have models in more realistic sizes

CAMOGIRL — Wed, 19 Oct 2016 12:45:25 GMT

They do use Maria and Jessica - they both are usually wearing XL or 1x.

Jackie is usually wearing a L, but I think half the time lately she should wear a XL in certain items.

I think the thing to look at is the body shape - that helps right there - if it looks good on whichever model has your kind of shape, then it will probably work for you adjusting to your size needed.

Re: Have models in more realistic sizes

SharkE — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 03:08:18 GMT

Agree

Re: Have models in more realistic sizes

ROMARY — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 00:39:51 GMT

There's a new model; 'Donna is her name'.......(song). ..... Anyway, she's a size Medium, and I appreciate seeing how an item in Medium fits a medium-sized model.

Re: Have models in more realistic sizes

linkhigh — Sun, 06 Nov 2016 03:43:38 GMT

I agree! QVC shows their clothing in size XXS on a very thin person, or in size XL on the smallest "plus size" model they can find. What about (dare I say it?) the MAJORITY of us who are somewhere in between? The average American woman wears misses size 14. QVC has chosen to completely ignore the average, in favor of catering to those who are on either end of the bell curve.

The DOVE brand made history when they started using real women in their advertising. I wish a national retailer of clothing would have the courage to do the same.

With all the emphasis on "diversity" these days, could we also have some diversity in the sizes of clothing models? I think the AVERAGE American woman would cheer! (Just my opinion, don't beat me over the head with a stick if you disagree....)

Re: Have models in more realistic sizes

Tinkrbl44 — Sun, 06 Nov 2016 17:32:24 GMT

@ALRATIBA wrote:
I don't think the size of the models is as important as their shape. Someone my size with a different shape tells me nothing about how something will fit me.

I'm no way as thin or as tall as Katia, but I have a similar shape and proportion - narrow hips / wider shoulders, etc.

I can tell how something will fit me - looking at her shoulder seams, sleeves, pockets placement, neckline gaps, etc.

@ALRATIBA

Amen, sister! Why is it so hard for people to understand that BODY SHAPE is more important than size? Take two women in a size 1X, one an apple shape and the other a pear shape .... and the outfit appearance will vary quite a bit.

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dulwich — Sun, 06 Nov 2016 20:34:18 GMT

@Tinkrbl44 I so agree body shape is important. I do not think I have ever seen a pear shape model - any size - lots of vendors refer to muffin tops and apple shapes but never small busts and waists but larger hips. I am pear shape and usually no host or vendor - maybe Louis has - ever refer to my shape! Just my experience of shopping on Q.

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mnmom — Mon, 07 Nov 2016 03:29:05 GMT

@dulwich wrote:
@Tinkrbl44 I so agree body shape is important. I do not think I have ever seen a pear shape model - any size - lots of vendors refer to muffin tops and apple shapes but never small busts and waists but larger hips. I am pear shape and usually no host or vendor - maybe Louis has - ever refer to my shape! Just my experience of shopping on Q.

Interesting. I am an apple, and I feel that QVC caters to the pear shape. They are constantly talking about how a top will cover the hips and butt. Not my issue! They even show the hip measurements on air, but never the waist measurements. I guess "curves" are ok for hips and butt ("real women" in QVC-speak) but not for the tummy.

Pat J-D is the host I count on for an idea of how a garment will fit. While she is smaller than me, she admits that her midsection is her challenge. If it works for Pat, I can usually assume it will work for me.

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KathyPet — Mon, 07 Nov 2016 07:49:56 GMT

Recently they showed a Linea item. ALl three models on stage and the host were wearing a XS in the item. GEt real QVC.

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Trinity11 — Mon, 07 Nov 2016 14:20:21 GMT

@KathyPet wrote:
Recently they showed a Linea item. ALl three models on stage and the host were wearing a XS in the item. GEt real QVC.

That may be because Linea clothing an XS is equivalent to a medium in a brick and mortar store.