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Price are WAY out of control

Jeletta — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 18:21:11 GMT

Over the past couple years, it's ridiculous how high they are raising the prices on ALL the clothing. There is NO reason that their "inside" brands (Denim and Co, Anybody, Susan Graver etc) should be sky high and the same prices as the "outside" brands. They are always saying that "we cut out the middle man," yet they are overcharging customers. The clerance prices are what the items should have cost in the first place. Plus, today is another example, the Susan Graver liquid knit tunic is $35 and I heard Terri Conn say around 12:30 in the afternoon that it's basically sold out. YES, QVC, LOWER ALL of your clothing prices (at least on ALL QVC exclusive brands) and customers will buy your items much more so than high prices you are charging. I've been a QVC customer for many years and have significantly cut down on my shopping for these reasons. Especially when having to pay $3.50 in SH to get the item and another $6.95 to RETURN an item. So, $11 to try something on? No thanks. I find that I will order a few items only on free SH days to at least offet SOME of the prices. I have received multiple surveys with some questions being do I feel a loyalty to QVC brands, do they provide the same quality, same variety as what I can get at another retailer-- rarely. And if I buy something from another retailer it's SO nice to just take it to the store and return it for FREE. I hope QVC addresses this price issue, as I've seen comments (but not a dedicated post) that others agree. If you agree, click the "heart" so maybe we can get a change soon :-) Thanks for listening....

Re: Price are WAY out of control

Etoile308 — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 18:26:43 GMT

Seriously? Have you looked at the price of groceries lately? I'm more concerned about what I'm paying for necessities rather than what is offered at QVC. There's nothing QVC offers that I can't live without.

Re: Price are WAY out of control

Big Joanie — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 18:28:02 GMT

I had on fashion clearance yesterday .. and after tuning in

to fashion's night in last night ... I said to my self at least

twice ... wow ... that seems high .....$ 64.00 for one top .....

Just glad I have what I already own and am happy with

those things .....

Re: Price are WAY out of control

mspatmac — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 18:31:53 GMT

What I don't get is why an item is on clearance for one day and then the price goes up again! I couldn't believe my ears when the host said that.

Re: Price are WAY out of control

rockygems123 — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 18:36:55 GMT

@Jeletta wrote:
Over the past couple years, it's ridiculous how high they are raising the prices on ALL the clothing. There is NO reason that their "inside" brands (Denim and Co, Anybody, Susan Graver etc) should be sky high and the same prices as the "outside" brands. They are always saying that "we cut out the middle man," yet they are overcharging customers. The clerance prices are what the items should have cost in the first place. Plus, today is another example, the Susan Graver liquid knit tunic is $35 and I heard Terri Conn say around 12:30 in the afternoon that it's basically sold out. YES, QVC, LOWER ALL of your clothing prices (at least on ALL QVC exclusive brands) and customers will buy your items much more so than high prices you are charging. I've been a QVC customer for many years and have significantly cut down on my shopping for these reasons. Especially when having to pay $3.50 in SH to get the item and another $6.95 to RETURN an item. So, $11 to try something on? No thanks. I find that I will order a few items only on free SH days to at least offet SOME of the prices. I have received multiple surveys with some questions being do I feel a loyalty to QVC brands, do they provide the same quality, same variety as what I can get at another retailer-- rarely. And if I buy something from another retailer it's SO nice to just take it to the store and return it for FREE. I hope QVC addresses this price issue, as I've seen comments (but not a dedicated post) that others agree. If you agree, click the "heart" so maybe we can get a change soon :-) Thanks for listening....

@Jeletta

QVC's pricing for an item most likely has been in place for nearly a year as there is lead time needed to order from the manufacturer especially large volumes. A year ago we had the beginnings of covid with all the subsequent manufacturing and availability problems. Posting about too high prices most likely won't change their mind as many factors go into pricing an item.

You said if QVC lowers their prices more people will buy. Looks like they're doing OK with the SG TSV if it has sold out by noon.

Re: Price are WAY out of control

rms1954 — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 18:38:39 GMT

I feel prices differ everywhere. QVC offers many brands at a range of prices. Some are reasonable, some maybe not for you. There are plenty of other places to shop. If you don't like QVC prices or you feel they are out of your range of what you want to spend. Over the years, as you put it, QVC has spoiled us with free S&H, returns free, etc. They probably suffered quite a loss on trying to keep people happy.

I feel this is just another unhappy customer who wants better products at less money with free free free.

Re: Price are WAY out of control

Puppy Lips — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 18:39:38 GMT

@mspatmac wrote:
What I don't get is why an item is on clearance for one day and then the price goes up again! I couldn't believe my ears when the host said that.

@mspatmac I agree.

Their pricing makes no sense. There is the QVC price, TSV price, QVC2 price, One Day Only price, Limited Quantity price, Sale price, Clearance price, and now Clearance/Sale price. Did I miss any?

I think once something is on clearance, it should stay at that price or go down even further. And yes, I think the prices are too high. I do still get good deals on clearance and lunchtime specials, other than that, I am no longer tempted because the prices are just too high, and I don't really need anything!

Re: Price are WAY out of control

PartDeux — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 18:41:31 GMT

It's funny you should mention this. I just checked the Recently on Air and thought the D&C baby sherpa tunic was cute for hanging around the house. Actually, I liked all of the colors and thought about buying several until I saw the price. $42.50 plus shipping. Nope, I'll pass. If I only had to pay shipping for one, or, free shipping is better. As it stands, I'll schlep around in what I already own.

Re: Price are WAY out of control

Buffalogal47 — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 18:49:22 GMT

@Jeletta One reason that QVC's clothing prices have risen is the addition of larger sizes, 4X and 5X. It takes more material to make the clothes in those sizes. Since the Q does not charge more for plus sizes they have spread the increased cost evenly over all sizes. Plus, the cost of everything has gone up. Groceries especially. We're all paying for the extra precautions stores and online retailers alike have to take to insure the health of their employees and customers.

Re: Price are WAY out of control

BalletBabe — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 19:06:26 GMT

@Jeletta wrote:
Over the past couple years, it's ridiculous how high they are raising the prices on ALL the clothing. There is NO reason that their "inside" brands (Denim and Co, Anybody, Susan Graver etc) should be sky high and the same prices as the "outside" brands. They are always saying that "we cut out the middle man," yet they are overcharging customers. The clerance prices are what the items should have cost in the first place. Plus, today is another example, the Susan Graver liquid knit tunic is $35 and I heard Terri Conn say around 12:30 in the afternoon that it's basically sold out. YES, QVC, LOWER ALL of your clothing prices (at least on ALL QVC exclusive brands) and customers will buy your items much more so than high prices you are charging. I've been a QVC customer for many years and have significantly cut down on my shopping for these reasons. Especially when having to pay $3.50 in SH to get the item and another $6.95 to RETURN an item. So, $11 to try something on? No thanks. I find that I will order a few items only on free SH days to at least offet SOME of the prices. I have received multiple surveys with some questions being do I feel a loyalty to QVC brands, do they provide the same quality, same variety as what I can get at another retailer-- rarely. And if I buy something from another retailer it's SO nice to just take it to the store and return it for FREE. I hope QVC addresses this price issue, as I've seen comments (but not a dedicated post) that others agree. If you agree, click the "heart" so maybe we can get a change soon :-) Thanks for listening....

@Jeletta I agree with you and for that reason, I hardly buy any clothing from the Q. It has to be something I really like and can't get locally. I am also tired of the slow shipping. I ordered 6 pair of levi jeans on Sat. and woke up to them at my door on Monday. I ordered 6 tops with thumb holes last week from another store and had all of them in 3 days and no not from Amazon. Add to that all the clothing being modeled by plus size models loses my interest when I am 100 pounds. They must have buyers and probably don't care what we think, so it is best to just buy somewhere else.

Re: Price are WAY out of control

Kachina624 — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 19:08:43 GMT

Prices have gone up because the price of cotton has increased and we still have the tariff on Chinese made clothing. With all the trials manufacturers, transporters and retailers have had the past year, its a miracle they're not higher than they are.

Have you ever known them to go down?

Re: Price are WAY out of control

Jeletta — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 19:22:27 GMT

Yes, because they had a LOWER price for the TSV!

Re: Price are WAY out of control

Jeletta — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 19:23:47 GMT

Not free, just what they item is worth without the huge increase for them just to make money.

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QVCkitty1 — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 19:29:01 GMT

My advice is to shop around. You don't have to shop at QVC. Look around, compare shipping charges, return policies, and exchange possibilities. Sometimes QVC wins, sometimes not, but you have freedom of choice.

Re: Price are WAY out of control

Carmie — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 19:29:13 GMT

Why complain?

Do what I do. Shop elsewhere. No how, no way, will I pay high prices plus postage for polyester plastic clothing.

Have you read the reports on what polyester fabric and clothing is doing to our environment and oceans? And really...think about it. How much throw away clothing do we really need?

Re: Price are WAY out of control

skatting44 — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 19:40:23 GMT

Ordered the Susan Graver velvet pants for $62 - I think that was the sale price. Of course they were touted as the best . After receiving them , the velveteen felt nice but not quite as thick as I had expected and the very cheap thin piece of string as a tie at the waist , ended uo being a disappointment . I'll probably look around for another thicker cord to replace the cheap one with the pants .

Re: Price are WAY out of control

Foxxee — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 19:45:30 GMT

By percentage, I think QVC's prices have risen considerably compared to other retailers where I shopped.

Those retailers are concerned about getting the sale, so they use competitive pricing thinking it's better to make some money on an item than none at all. Also, knowing they can make more money selling volume at lower prices than less at higher prices. QVC holds out keeping merchandise for years in its inventory rather than marking it down significantly to get rid of it.

Yes, when other retailers mark something clearance, the price keeps coming down until it's sold out.

QVC's blurb about setting their pricing by other retailers' pricing, then says, that doesn't mean other retailers sold anything at that price. That's a rather tricky statement.

QVC introduces new products at $5.00 off trying to make us think we are getting a bargain. The markup on clothing is anywhere from 100% to 300%. $5.00 is peanuts to me. Then, it goes up to QVC's retail price; which they say is less than retail price, again trying to make buyers think they are still getting a bargain. See above paragraph.

Then, not to mention, QVC raises prices of some of its items on free shipping day, so there really isn't a free shipping day for those who purchase items with increased prices.

QVC is playing pricing games with buyers hoping they won't notice.

Re: Price are WAY out of control

kaydee50 — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 19:50:50 GMT

There are very few items, if any, on QVC that cannot be purchased elsewhere at a lower price. And their high prices are not because of the virus. Other retailers have better pricing and shipping. QVC used to be one of my "go to" places to shop--not anymore.

Re: Price are WAY out of control

GenXmuse — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 20:13:15 GMT

Just buy less.

Re: Price are WAY out of control

mspatmac — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 20:19:05 GMT

We are still in January and the latest sales hook seems to

be - "ONLY ORDER FOR THE YEAR" add endless processing, shipping disasters (mail innovations), return fees and frumpy IMO, polyester and garish prints

clothing I'm out. Most on line sites offer free shipping with minimum purchase amount, Q doesn't even offer us that bone