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Hosts inflating store prices

ConsumReporter — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 16:56:13 GMT

In the last 15 minutes, the hostess announced that 1 poo pouri in the store was the same price as their 3 items. I looked up the 100 (largest) and the most I found was $9.95.... note 24. change.

I thought the FCC came after shopping shows that did this. Now, do you think I am ever going to believe anything this host says. Absolutely not. Where are the executives that are to watch out for mistakes.

Last week one host said to buy a lug purse because the confetti lining would make you feel like you are at party. ODD, sad but not misrepresenting the product.

Re: Hosts inflating store prices

FranandZoe — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 17:44:17 GMT

I doubt if the host came up with that price comparison on her own.

That confetti/party comment was just stupid. Do they really think people would buy something based on that?

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ValuSkr — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 17:48:30 GMT

Yes, purse linings can be pretty boring. But one with a confetti pattern? It's party time!!!

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Imaoldhippie — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 17:54:20 GMT

Its a good thing in this pandemic that this is all you have to fret about. Lucky you.

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Caffeina — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 19:30:49 GMT

Maybe the host~~ess~~ saw it in a boutique in the Hamptons that doesn't have a website.

Edit to add:

The FCC won't investigate. It's the FTC that will, and only if you file a complaint with them.

https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/

Re: Hosts inflating store prices

manny2 — Sat, 25 Apr 2020 00:30:20 GMT

@Imaoldhippie What do you suggest we all do just limit conversation to covid-19? Having other thoughts does not minimize the virus if that is what you are worried about.

@ConsumReporter If you really pay attention to what the hosts say it is downright ridiculous most of the time.

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GCR18 — Sat, 25 Apr 2020 00:32:06 GMT

Depends what store the host was shopping in. Just because the host says the price is good, doesn't get me to buy the item.

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Auntie CC — Sat, 25 Apr 2020 11:58:39 GMT

snarky

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Mothertrucker — Sat, 25 Apr 2020 12:17:40 GMT

Remember the prices they generally quote are MSRP- (Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price)Very few retailers charge full MSRP (under normal circumstances)

Most retailers mark down for the MSRP- nothing illegal about using MSRP as a guide -it is standard in almost every industry..

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NickNack — Sat, 25 Apr 2020 13:39:46 GMT

The hosts have always done this. I always compare prices before searching. QVC almost never has the best price. Other places have a better price and also have free shipping and returns. I always receive my purchases faster from other places, too. It amazes me that everyone doesn't compare prices before purchasing.

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hippiechick7897 — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 03:58:59 GMT

They’re always saying something silly.

The thinnest most basic tank top...this should be triple digits!

This is like Valentino!

Just tonight Kerstin said a Logo top was like Paris boutique fashion.

🤭

Re: Hosts inflating store prices

CalminHeart — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:13:25 GMT

@ConsumReporter wrote:
In the last 15 minutes, the hostess announced that 1 poo pouri in the store was the same price as their 3 items. I looked up the 100 (largest) and the most I found was $9.95.... note 24. change.
I thought the FCC came after shopping shows that did this. Now, do you think I am ever going to believe anything this host says. Absolutely not. Where are the executives that are to watch out for mistakes.

Last week one host said to buy a lug purse because the confetti lining would make you feel like you are at party. ODD, sad but not misrepresenting the product.

Some parts of the country have higher cost of living and prices than others. Perhaps they use a NY or CA price instead of some other location?

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wildlifewitch — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 21:39:21 GMT

@Imaoldhippie That is what happens while on lock down. Little annoyances become big ones.I've had to back away a bit from neighbors, because every little thing is a grievance. People are bored.

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MoJoV — Tue, 28 Apr 2020 21:37:39 GMT

@hippiechick7897 wrote:
They’re always saying something silly.

The thinnest most basic tank top...this should be triple digits!

This is like Valentino!

Just tonight Kerstin said a Logo top was like Paris boutique fashion.

🤭

Paris boutique....that's hilarious!! Dont you love when they say add a 1 or 2 in front of this price? Ha, like I'd pay over $200 for some chintzy top.😵

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DottieD — Wed, 29 Apr 2020 09:35:59 GMT

I take most of what the hosts say about a product with a grain of salt. I wish they'd stop using "exciting" to describe something. No David, a list of helpful hints to get us through these troubling times might be informative, but it certainly isn't exciting.

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Caaareful Shopper — Thu, 30 Apr 2020 11:49:19 GMT

The sales pitch is to use the highest price they can find a comparable item selling. Usually, that's a Madison Avenue or Fifth Avenue luxury store, or something from the Paris runway. When it's a food item, they make the comparison with a celebrity chef restaurant.

To me it's a very, very ridiculous practice to use as a comparison.

I know how to compare pricing. I always do it, making sure it truly is a similar product, then search reasonable places that I would typically shop. That means not that 5-star restaurant in Dubai that sells $100 hamburgers.

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CharlotteBronte — Thu, 30 Apr 2020 13:40:19 GMT

LOL this is cracking me up, and I agree. I feel like I've heard the hosts say this more than I care to admit !