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polyester…

ltko51 — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 17:49:41 GMT

in what world is polyester and rayon premium fabrics jayne brown and isaac mizrahi??!!

y'all need to STOP!!!!

Re: polyester…

Spacrazy — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 17:58:16 GMT

@ltko51 : Totally agree. Maybe in the 50's. They really think we're stupid and it's insulting!

Re: polyester…

Foxxee — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 20:18:40 GMT

It's a real turnoff to me because it's not the truth. Premium fabrics are still natural fabrics.

As with all fabrics, there is high grade and low grade, but high grade polyester is still not natural.

Polyester is used to save money.

Those who like it, though, will disagree, mainly because it is easy to take care of.

Re: polyester…

Kachina624 — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 18:17:14 GMT

@ltko51 Do you have credentials that certify you as a textile expert? Do you have information on the wholesale prices of all the different qualities poly and rayon fabrics?

I daresay there's not a person on this board who can say definitively whether what they say is true or not.

Re: polyester…

Othereeeen — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 18:26:52 GMT

@Kachina624

Sorry ....there is NO world where the words "premium" and "polyester" should be in the same sentence.

It can be nice. It can be value. It can be used for everything from napkins to wedding dresses...BUT....

It's plastic. Made from petroleum products.

"Polyester is a manufactured synthetic fiber. It is a kind of plastic and is usually derived from petroleum. Alternatives to oil-derived polyester exist, including those made from recycled plastic, agricultural crops, or even waste."

OK to wear, and to use, but I too don't think it's accurate to describe it as anything MORE than it is....recycled water bottles.

The hyperbole on QVC is out of control, but funny.

Just like the "special cows" from whence 21 dollar a pound hamburgers ar harvested, the magical "air frozen" 21 dollar a pound chicken breasts, the 65 dollar coffee cakes and the 100 dollar chicken parts, dusted in smoked paprika, for 35 dollars a pound for three pounds....free shipping!!!!

O... and don't forget Corky's premium lunch teevee dinner for only 15.00....contains 3 small ribs with a teaspoon of meat on each, in kechup sauce,, and a 1/4 cup of baked beans for a side. ....

Yes it IS a "rib dinner".......but, well, you know.... Hyperbole.

Re: polyester…

KathyM23 — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 18:40:48 GMT

There are many grades of polyester and rayon. I have felt and tried on poly and rayon at stores I wont name but are memtioned on the Forum.

There is no comparison of the grades in those B&M stores wth Isaac's or Susan Gravers poly and rayon. Big difference in the quality of the fabrics for sure.

Although I don't like the price increases at QVC but I certainly can see the reason for them; therefore, will continue my QVC buying.

Re: polyester…

RollTide2008 — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 18:55:56 GMT

@Othereeeen wrote:
@Kachina624

Sorry ....there is NO world where the words "premium" and "polyester" should be in the same sentence.

It can be nice. It can be value. It can be used for everything from napkins to wedding dresses...BUT....

It's plastic. Made from petroleum products.

"Polyester is a manufactured synthetic fiber. It is a kind of plastic and is usually derived from petroleum. Alternatives to oil-derived polyester exist, including those made from recycled plastic, agricultural crops, or even waste."

OK to wear, and to use, but I too don't think it's accurate to describe it as anything MORE than it is....recycled water bottles.

The hyperbole on QVC is out of control, but funny.

Just like the "special cows" from whence 21 dollar a pound hamburgers ar harvested, the magical "air frozen" 21 dollar a pound chicken breasts, the 65 dollar coffee cakes and the 100 dollar chicken parts, dusted in smoked paprika, for 35 dollars a pound for three pounds....free shipping!!!!

O... and don't forget Corky's premium lunch teevee dinner for only 15.00....contains 3 small ribs with a teaspoon of meat on each, in kechup sauce,, and a 1/4 cup of baked beans for a side. ....

Yes it IS a "rib dinner".......but, well, you know.... Hyperbole.

Have you considered switching to decaf?

Re: polyester…

kaydee50 — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 19:02:58 GMT

@Othereeeen I think there are different grades of polyester. I have had some that I would have sworn were silk. BUT as someone who would never buy the overpriced food from any TV shopping channel, you made me laugh with your descriptions. Thank you!

Re: polyester…

ltko51 — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 19:23:48 GMT

Polyester fibers take hundreds of years to decompose. As polyester breaks down, it releases toxic chemicals and greenhouse gases into the environment. Synthetic fabrics made of polyester destroy ecosystems and nature. They contribute to the high amount of clothing waste that ends up in landfills every year.

BLESS YOUR HEART!

Re: polyester…

RespectLife — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 19:34:34 GMT

@ltko51 wrote:
Polyester fibers take hundreds of years to decompose. As polyester breaks down, it releases toxic chemicals and greenhouse gases into the environment. Synthetic fabrics made of polyester destroy ecosystems and nature. They contribute to the high amount of clothing waste that ends up in landfills every year.
BLESS YOUR HEART!

@ltko51

Why didn't you just say that in the first place as it appears THAT is your issue w/ poly.

QVC and retail vendors sell what sells...they aren't going to stop because of this thread.

When we all stop buying, then it might make a difference.

Re: polyester…

ltko51 — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 20:09:30 GMT

THE RESULTS ARE IN!!!...

buy whatever you want to buy. it's your choice. but if you've made it to this age and you don't know that polyester is a garbage fiber and used to make primarily cheap clothing... then i've got a truckload of unflattering DENIM & CO cardigans and SKORTS i'd love to sell you! theyd go nicely with a DUSTER (bea arthur wore them on the 70's sitcom MAUDE) and a bedazzled QUAKER FACTORY TEE!

i cant argue with you about your taste (or lack of) but do yourself and the world a favor. buy less! buy quality. stop falling for LIES AND HYPERBOLE (thank you smart lady in the comments)

all that stuff you donate to GOODWILL....

over half of it winds up being thrown away. because it was poor quality when you bought it!

a small SMALL percentage winds up for sale and the rest gets shipped to a foreign country to wind up in their landfills!!

contrary to what ISAAC MIZRAHI says, a girl does NOT need a lot of clothes!

an educated shopper needs a very smart and flattering wardrobe to suit her/his needs.

SIDENOTE

JAMIE (one of the lovely models) always makes me smile!

Re: polyester…

Kachina624 — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 20:20:07 GMT

@Othereeeen Not all cows and not all polyester is created equal.

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Othereeeen — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 20:21:30 GMT

@Kachina624

Thankfully, nor are all customers.

SOME can separate hype from hyperbole!!!

Re: polyester…

ltko51 — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 20:23:00 GMT

all you kids GET OFF MY LAWN!!

seriious!

get off here and go have a great weekend and leave all the complaining to me!

Re: polyester…

Trinity11 — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 22:31:57 GMT

@ltko51 wrote:
all you kids GET OFF MY LAWN!!
seriious!
get off here and go have a great weekend and leave all the complaining to me!

Welcome @ltko51 . I like your style.🥰🌺💐

Re: polyester…

CalminHeart — Sat, 22 Apr 2023 11:47:52 GMT

I won't wear polyester. It's like wearing a plastic bag.

Premium fabric? No way in H.

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charsha — Sat, 22 Apr 2023 11:53:44 GMT

@RollTide2008 You made my morning.

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CalminHeart — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 11:14:29 GMT

@Kachina624 wrote:
@ltko51 Do you have credentials that certify you as a textile expert? Do you have information on the wholesale prices of all the different qualities poly and rayon fabrics?

I daresay there's not a person on this board who can say definitively whether what they say is true or not.

One doesn't need training to know whether or not polyester is quality or premium fabric.

If you like it, great, more power to you.

Others don't like it and that's ok. I won't wear it because, to me, it's like wearing a plastic bag.

Re: polyester…

goldensrbest — Tue, 09 May 2023 12:15:24 GMT

Why does any one want it for summer,just hot.

Re: polyester…

kindred cats — Tue, 09 May 2023 14:48:56 GMT

Several years ago an expert air travel employee advised NEVER wear polyester or synthetics on a plane just in case of fire. It goes up in flames so quickly, so you know the rest....just saying.

Thought I'd throw in that little tidbit.