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Fashions for "mature" women

bargainsgirl — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 23:20:04 GMT

I would like to see more fashions for older women. I am nearly 70 and all the frills, flutter sleeves, rufflles, tiers, are not for me. How about more tailored styles like Linea? I sure do miss his line!

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Bhvbum — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 23:26:04 GMT

QVC offers so many options, ie, from Susan Graver, Joan Rivers, Women with Control, Isaac Mizrahi, Denim and Company, Barefoot Dreams, Quacker Factory Kim Gravell. In fact, almost every vendor offers something that a 70+ year old woman could very easily wear.

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Kachina624 — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 23:40:30 GMT

Linea is gone forever probably because it was stale and not selling well. It seems to me that there are plenty of other lines to take up the slack.

I, too, am a senior and I want to wear modern styles done in modern fabrics. I want age-appropriate stylish clothing. I don't want to dress like a little old lady because I'm not there mentally and probably never will be.

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Roscoe the Rascal — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 23:51:13 GMT

I also think there are many choices for women of all ages. Many lines to choose from.

I'm a senior as well and I find many stylish and fun things to wear on the Q.

Louis line was never my style. Seemed old fashioned to me.

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Foxxee — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:27:55 GMT

QVC pushes trends, the reason why you see so much of them.

For a tailored look at QVC, see Susan Graver's straight pants, plain tops, and blazers. Be prepared for polyester, though. Joan Rivers pants and shirts.

None of them are Louis Dell'Oleo, though. Not sure shoppers will ever see anyone like him again. He was classy and stood out from all the other boring designers.

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mspemberley — Wed, 05 Jul 2023 11:29:48 GMT

Not that I'm disagreeing....but my last Linea purchase was a frilly blouse with ruffles on the sleeves, shoulders, and the neckline! I'll keep it forever because it's a Linea. I recommend Susan Graver and Joan Rivers. Like anywhere else, you'll need to "shop" the lines until you see something you like. The Q is like shopping anywhere else in that respect. It takes a lot of looking!

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MoJoV — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:14:01 GMT

I think style has changed drastically in the last few years. Not much tailored stuff anymore. Everything is more laid back and casual. Does mature mean no jeans and tshirts? Then count me as immature. But I don't dress like my granddaughters either, no rips or belly showing. 😄

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Tinkrbl44 — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:51:31 GMT

@bargainsgirl wrote:
I would like to see more fashions for older women. I am nearly 70 and all the frills, flutter sleeves, rufflles, tiers, are not for me. How about more tailored styles like Linea? I sure do miss his line!

@bargainsgirl

I find your comments surprising .... QVC has lots of the "classics". Tailored, nothing fussy, simple lines.

Of course, they also have to update their fashion lines every season, hence the frills, flutter sleeves and whatnot. Things they can call "new" this season.

There are a lot of the "classics" on their website, even if theses styles don't get full hours of airtime.

Do a little searching.

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granddi — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 01:00:56 GMT

I think "mature" fashion is a hard category to narrowly define.

I was shopping in Athleta and as I was checking out, I said to the clerk "Am I your oldest customer?" She didn't know what to say.

I was trying on yoga type pants. I asked for the next size up. I can fit into that size but for my age(75) it would be more appropriate for the fit to be less body conscious.

I don't buy a lot of clothing from Q bc I find most of it too "mature" looking.

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Meowingkitty — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 01:05:13 GMT

I'm not much younger than you and I don't dress up ever. I don't own a dress or skirt. My daily wardrobe is jeans or shorts and a tee. I could if I wanted to find lots of clothes from QVC to wear. I choose not to because the sizing can be wonky sometimes and returns are expensive. I tend to buy my clothes from Costco, LLBean and Lands End.

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Sooner — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 01:07:59 GMT

@MoJoV wrote:
I think style has changed drastically in the last few years. Not much tailored stuff anymore. Everything is more laid back and casual. Does mature mean no jeans and tshirts? Then count me as immature. But I don't dress like my granddaughters either, no rips or belly showing. 😄

@MoJoV I associate older women with jeans and t-shirts. It seems where I live that's who wears them more than younger people in knit pants and especially not t-shirts with designs on them--old style not tailored t-shirts especially.

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redstar8 — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 01:20:58 GMT

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KaySD — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 03:51:47 GMT

Love the photo, @redstar8. I'd probably wear that striped number, too.

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KaySD — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 04:00:18 GMT

Yes, if you were a LINEA fan, you're right, there's nothing quite like that now. But there is a lot of variety, lots of classic items, and some more sophisticated items mixed in as well. I stick with D&Co for casual items that use decent quality fabrics, and Mizrahi for a few slightly dressier looks. They have remarkably consistent sizing and they give the detailed measurements so almost everything fits as I expect.

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chrystaltree — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 04:11:34 GMT

What is a "mature" woman? Linea is long gone and it's obvious QVC isn't going that route again. They need fashion lines that are broad and appeal to all women. I'm 63 and I prefer more classic styles; I'm not into loud prints and ruffles and lace and grommets. I find what I want from my favorite QVC and HSN designers. I do love Marla Wynne on HSN, I particularly love her color palettes. Her merchandise is $$_ so I buy strategically and mix them with other items. I think the concept of clothes for specific age groups is outdated.

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ConsumReporter — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 04:20:20 GMT

Nice picture of the Studio Park collections

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jbinrwc — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 06:45:10 GMT

@bargainsgirl wrote:
I would like to see more fashions for older women. I am nearly 70 and all the frills, flutter sleeves, rufflles, tiers, are not for me. How about more tailored styles like Linea? I sure do miss his line!

I too miss Linea but his clothes were perfect for my working years. Not so much now that I am 73 and retired. But, I will hang on to them for a long time because of style and quality when needed.

I now like the Joan Rivers line a lot. They offer a variety of styles for those who want conservative styles as well as those who want things that are more current. Fabrics and quality are excellent.

I also find that the Edina Menzel line has a lot of very attractive pieces that are stylish but a bit more simple.

I like more natural fabrics so Susan Graver is a no go for me.

Hope you will take time to look at the variety of clothing lines on QVC. I'm sure you will find quality items that will work for you.

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AngelPuppy1 — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 10:01:41 GMT

I think what one might consider mature fashions, another might not. We're all different in what we think suits us, no matter the age. I will soon be 71 and I try to dress in what I feel is an age approprate way. I still like fashion a lot and try to be somewhat current, and maybe a few things I wear some people might think are not sedate enough for a woman of my age. However, I buy what I like and what makes me happy.

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Carolina925 — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 12:01:46 GMT

I'm older and find classic items on QVC. I stay away from Candace Bure's fashions because it seems they're made for younger ladies and aren't the timeless fashions I prefer to wear. Even when I was a lot younger and buying clothes for the office, I would only buy what I call one season clothing in the summertime and not expect the style or even the clothes to last more than that. Since QVC has stopped airing many fashions, or anything for that matter, it's best to do a search and see what's available. You can sort out any line that's not for you.

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Imaoldhippie — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 12:08:12 GMT

@bargainsgirl .................I am not a ruffle frilly type and never have been. However, I see a lot of items that are suitable for me and Im 78. Granted I think you have to watch carefully, at least I do to find what I am looking for.

Also, I shop other places online.