topic Re: dressing hosts in Suggestion Box

dressing hosts

mrsrpg — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 19:35:52 GMT

I would like to know who determines the size nd fit of the host's clothes.. First order QVC 1995. Here I am. I realize the hosts need to wear the fashion they represent, but the style nd size need to be correct. Some of the fabulous hosts, and they are among the best, well-loved, have gained weight, all fine, but the correct clothing and size should be uppermost when on camera. No one is bashing weight gain, sometimes needed to show the look on plus-size women, that's all good, but wear the correct size and coverage, which the customer needs to see. Sometimes I feel frustrated for the host as I cannot believe they feel comfortable when not dressed for camera viewing.. Eat, drink, and be merry in the best-fitting clothing. Thnks a committed customer.

Re: dressing hosts

SactoSue — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 20:01:47 GMT

Jane T has told us that she and her stylist go over the schedule for her shows each week and they both pick out her outfits for the upcoming week.

It sounds as though they are trying to feature the apparel of the vendors they are hosting, so she is always dressed to promote that vendor's clothing. Kim Gravel, for example. Clearly the problem comes up when the vendor doesn't have anything that really suits her size and shape, as we have often observed with Gravel, and Graver, too.

You note she never hosts Barefoot Dreams, LOGO, or Peace Love World shows unless some other host has dropped out.

Re: dressing hosts

Desertdi — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 20:10:08 GMT

I have noticed that recently the super-tight pants that "show everything" have disappeared.

Re: dressing hosts

SilleeMee — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 20:24:02 GMT

To me it doesn't matter how the hosts/models wear the clothes. What I look for is the garment measurements chart to see where my body measurements fall into the sizes given in that chart. I depend on that chart to give me accurate information. I don't rely on how clothing appears on someone else. Looks can be deceiving.

Re: dressing hosts

kaydee50 — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 20:31:11 GMT

@SilleeMee Then why have TV shopping at all? I have found it helpful to see clothing on people who have a similar shape to mine. If I just read the measurements, which I always do, may as well buy from any vendor.

Re: dressing hosts

SilleeMee — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 20:44:31 GMT

@kaydee50 wrote:
@SilleeMee Then why have TV shopping at all? I have found it helpful to see clothing on people who have a similar shape to mine. If I just read the measurements, which I always do, may as well buy from any vendor.

@kaydee50

I like to see the fabric up close on air which sometimes they do and sometimes not. Plus I like to see the way the fabric moves or falls away and get a 'feel' for the hand of the fabric on air which is not possible with just a picture on a website. So TV presentations aren't all wasteful.

Re: dressing hosts

FLGranny — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 21:03:22 GMT

IMHO I have to agree. There's nothing worse than ill fitting clothes. Just like a poorly fitted bra and panty can alter your shape and create lumps and bumps that aren't usually there, poorly fitting clothes could do the same. I would not be enticed to buy a piece of clothing if it doesn't compliment the wearer. If it doesn't look good on them, what makes me think it'll look good on me?

Re: dressing hosts

ellaphant — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 21:33:54 GMT

The model Jackie is oftenut in very tight pants. I recently saw her in proper fitting straight leg pants and she looked fabulous.

Shawn often wears crops too tight. She was wearing a Fall jacket of Martha S and Martha asked what size ate you wearing? Shawn said an XS. Martha

said "go up a size, this style jacket should never be tight." And Martha was right!

Re: dressing hosts

Kachina624 — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 22:22:11 GMT

@Desertdi. Not on NYDJ shows they haven't disappeared. They're still alive and well.

Re: dressing hosts

Carmie — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 22:36:44 GMT

I doubt QVC has every size there on the set. Samples are ordered in the size to fit certain models and hosts that are supposed to present it. But things change.

What are you supposed to do if there is no garment in your exact size? You make do, that's what

I often see the models in shoes that clearly don't fit well.

Re: dressing hosts

Rosedove — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 23:52:48 GMT

I just want them to wear the correct size. They are all pressed to be in a xs. When tops are pulling around your shoulders it's not your size.

Re: dressing hosts

KKJ — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:17:18 GMT

@Rosedove wrote:
I just want them to wear the correct size. They are all pressed to be in a xs. When tops are pulling around your shoulders it's not your size.

I agree, it's like they think it's shameful if they're not wearing XS or XXS. I had to chuckle at the post regarding Martha telling SK she needed to size up, but that ain't gonna happen as she will always insist on squeezing into an XS or XXS.

Re: dressing hosts

Lisa now in AZ — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:35:50 GMT

I do realize that they don't have all the sizes for all the models and hosts. If that is the case, then I don't understand why they don't schedule the models who can wear the available sizes for that fashion show. If they haven't learned yet that people don't buy clothes that look horrible on hosts and models, maybe they never will. And, there is no reason for the hosts to constantly change clothes since they are NOT models. Yes, the hosts have gained weight, but what's wrong with showing clothes in the correct size in that case? Is it (as I imagine) all due to the show host's ego? Not everyone can or should wear an xxs. Many customers are lareger sized, as those sizes sell out often, so show the clothes as they will look on the people who are buying them. We KNOW that probably the only true XXS is Amy. Period. So, seeing hosts and models crammed into clothes where they are constantly pulling and adjusting the fit is just unnecessary and annoying. Plus, lying about the sizes they are wearibng is not helpful.

I wish Martha S would dress ALL of the hosts in their correct sizes. I think we would be amazed - in a good way.

Re: dressing hosts

Catastrophe — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 01:03:44 GMT

I was just watching Amy, Shawn and the Logo Vendor for a few minutes and Shawn was asking them their sizes in the item they all were presenting. Amy said she had on the XS, The Logo Vendor said she had on the XS and Shawn said she had on XXS.

Re: dressing hosts

UpNorthGorgy — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 02:39:23 GMT

@Catastrophe. I heard that also and thought how many hosts state they are XS and we know differently even though the camera adds 15 pounds? I think Issac has also has told Shawn to size up. A few hosts are realistic like Leah, Jane Brown and Pat.

Re: dressing hosts

CalminHeart — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 11:57:00 GMT

A few years ago, Q said the studios didn't have access to everything in the warehouse just because they weren't close. I have no idea if that's the case. But if true, I assumed people didn't always get the right size to wear.

Then there are hosts who say they wear a certain size and will not wear what fits best.

I don't really care what they wear anymore.

Re: dressing hosts

RespectLife — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 12:00:37 GMT

@SilleeMee wrote:
To me it doesn't matter how the hosts/models wear the clothes. What I look for is the garment measurements chart to see where my body measurements fall into the sizes given in that chart. I depend on that chart to give me accurate information. I don't rely on how clothing appears on someone else. Looks can be deceiving.

@SilleeMee

I almost ALWAYS use the chart because I shop mainly online.

However, I have found MANY times either the chart is incorrect OR the item I rec'd doesn't match up to it.

I do like it when the hosts/models wear it. I know which ones I am similarly shaped like.

Re: dressing hosts

LavernLuvsShoes — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 18:21:04 GMT

@Lisa now in AZ wrote:
... And, there is no reason for the hosts to constantly change clothes since they are NOT models.

So, seeing hosts and models crammed into clothes where they are constantly pulling and adjusting the fit is just unnecessary and annoying.

Yes, yes, and YES!!!

Re: dressing hosts

ellaphant — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:32:21 GMT

@UpNorthGorgy wrote:
@Catastrophe. I heard that also and thought how many hosts state they are XS and we know differently even though the camera adds 15 pounds? I think Issac has also has told Shawn to size up. A few hosts are realistic like Leah, Jane Brown and Pat.

I worked as a casting director in tv for years in NYC. It is a myth " the camera adds

15 lbs." It does not. Yes, people may look different in person, but absolutely

does not add 15 lbs.

Re: dressing hosts

Teddixat — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:47:13 GMT

@ellaphant It used to be said the camera added 10 pounds. Now it's 15! I think you're right, It doesn't. But what I do notice is when the camera comes up for a closeup shot the person looks bigger - it even happens on close ups of items not just clothing and people

Another thing I've noticed with regards to the models and the size they wear is some models may not look as good in a particular item even when wearing their size has to do with the item itself. While the Q claims their sizing is consistent across the board of all vendors that is not accurate. It is why you have to know your measuremebts and compare them to the garment measurements. Some of the 5'9 models can wear a regular inseam because their legs are not long