topic Re: Suggestions for Hosts in Suggestion Box

Suggestions for Hosts

beach-mom — Sun, 02 May 2021 17:28:04 GMT

Descriptions of Sizes:

At the start of the midnight presentation of the recent Belle TSV, sizes were not discussed at all. I know we should follow the size chart measurements, BUT it also helps to know what sizes the models we are watching are wearing. A lot of us can relate to some of the models, e.g. "If this size fits her it will work for me."

And I LOVE it when they say which size one model is and leave the other standing there while the camera is on her and they're talking about something else!

The TSV was selling fast. Colors and sizes should be THOROUGHLY discussed shortly after the start of the presentation.

Description of Colors

Fashion:

"Red" doesn't help me. Is it a warm red or a cool red? Hosts and vendors should describe the color in detail, especially when it looks like one color in the QVC studio and another color in the vendor's home.

Makeup:

I posted in another thread about makeup shade descriptions. On a recent show, when we were introduced to a brand new line, neither the host nor the vendor described the foundation or concealer shades. We all found out what shade the host was wearing, but that didn't help me. I didn't need to hear how much her "celebrity clients" love her line. I wanted to figure out which of the two shades I was thinking about would be better. It helps to know what ALL of the models are wearing.

In this particular presentation the vendor was helpful with her teaching tips, but she never discussed all of the colors and the host was responsible for making sure she did! I shouldn't have to go to the vendor's website or call to figure out the color for me!

PLEASE cover these things at the beginning of the presentation- before the items sell out!

Re: Suggestions for Hosts

santorini — Sun, 02 May 2021 17:39:23 GMT

Please also remember what you were taught in elementary school. If you're trying to say that some choices are more popular than others, you might want to add "ly" when you tell the audience "it's going quick."

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Lisa now in AZ — Sun, 02 May 2021 17:41:49 GMT

One more. . .please remember that not everyone is going to get up from their chair or bed and run to their computer to see something that should be explained in the presentation. If I have to get up, especially if I am watching late at night in bed, to get a question answered, I am not ordering.

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Foxxee — Sun, 02 May 2021 17:56:59 GMT

Here's another.

I'd like to know the thickness of the fabric. Thin, medium, thick.

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stellabystarlight — Sun, 02 May 2021 18:30:36 GMT

I like to see the sizing chart on the screen for all items since they vary with the line. Sometimes it is not up and I am forced to turn on my computer to look. There are still many people without computers so this would be helpful.

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D Kay — Sun, 02 May 2021 19:15:58 GMT

Here's one that may only apply to me. STOP the HALF TUCK! I want to see how the garment actually looks.

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chessylady — Sun, 02 May 2021 19:18:33 GMT

Also if you are modeling a sleeveless dress, don't wear a jacket for the whole presentation. I suspected they were covering up large armholes which turned out to be true when I read the reviews. I am very hesitant to order any sleeveless garments because showing my bra or layering in hot weather is not for me.

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Reenalds — Wed, 05 May 2021 19:07:07 GMT

AND, please show the back!

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Jinlei — Sat, 08 May 2021 21:27:32 GMT

Jane Treacy never can let go of any dumb phrase. She is on with Isaac now and she keeps saying Sarah really loud. It is so annoying I am changing the channel. I cannot stand all these dumb stories that are made up.

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mosky — Sat, 08 May 2021 21:45:01 GMT

Save all the personal stories for your friends.We are customers and are interested in the information about the product you are presenting.Please give us real information,so the product does not have to be returned,because you were relating a story,about yourself instead of giving us product information!!!

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maximillian — Sun, 09 May 2021 04:45:31 GMT

I would like good, thorough product information from a host with a clear, resonate, ear-pleasing voice. No made up words, screeches, mumblings, over-the-top fast talking . walking away, made-up words, fantasy scenes, TMI...gee I just reread this. My wishes are over-the-moon. QVC will not hire hosts like this.

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Fribwl — Sat, 15 May 2021 00:14:43 GMT

SIZING, I asked a while back if ALL hosts, models and fashion designers would state the size they are wearing. I agree with you. I can judge better sometimes that way instead of looking at chart. QVC would probably have less exchanges to deal with if they did this.

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Mdroderick — Sat, 15 May 2021 02:02:36 GMT

Changing clothes multiple times during their presentations is very distracting. Especially if doing it on camera. Several hosts are really bad about this.

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countrylady — Sun, 16 May 2021 05:59:23 GMT

All the hosts wear Tiny, Extra Extra Small, Extra Small, Small.

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Pecky — Sun, 16 May 2021 12:40:08 GMT

After watching Carolyn with the Dooney & Bourke show this morning she never once gave the measurements of the bag. I didn't have my phone or tablet with me to check myself. I then thought how people without a computer etc. rely on this information. I don't understand after many years as hosts how they leave out important information.

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Steffdoggy10 — Tue, 18 May 2021 01:39:37 GMT

I couldn’t agree more! I don’t know what has happened with the change in QVC, but when I first started watching about eight years ago, all the host would describe in detail the colors, shading, feel of the fabric, cut of the fabric etc. So that we the viewer could make an informed decision.
Now all I hear is stupid made up stories, saying it’s beautiful beautiful over and over, I love it I love it. I think Sandra is the worst. I have never heard her describe a color or any detail about a clothing item. I think Jayne Brown and Marybeth are the only helpful hosts to watch

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spursfan2 — Wed, 19 May 2021 22:28:54 GMT

I would much rather hear details about product information than how many are left of each individual color, size, etc. It just takes up so much time that could be better used giving sizing information, measurements, etc.

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depglass — Thu, 20 May 2021 12:15:50 GMT

Give them a mental check list. If they can't remember, post a white board on set with things that have to be covered for that category. When that's completed they can start the crazy stuff.

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bells4me — Tue, 25 May 2021 02:56:53 GMT

Tonight CK said several times the model was in a 1X and she is in an XXS. Very insensitive.

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Spikedog — Wed, 26 May 2021 22:53:07 GMT

I completely agree about describing the color in detail.

Example:

Red - does it have a blue undertone or orange undertone.

Green - does it have a yellow undertone or blue.

Stop with the cute names for colors and just describe them.

Colors on TV don't always look the same in person.

Can't tell you how many times I have received a top that doesn't

look anything like what it looked like on TV