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Occasional Contributor
Posts: 18
Registered: ‎01-11-2013

Seems most of QVC's so called "designers" are jacking up their prices big time. The quality of materials is, well, not worth the prices. Some of Graver's items I like ok, but I'm finding myself getting better "quality/value/convenience at my local department stores. I do continue to enjoy watching the designers and hosts do their sales pitches...pretty amusing. Always amazed at how easily and "bubbly" one can lie.

Respected Contributor
Posts: 3,005
Registered: ‎03-09-2010

I feel exactly the same way with her line. I haven't bought her for over a year or so. Add shipping and forget it!

Frequent Contributor
Posts: 127
Registered: ‎03-18-2010

I TOTALLY AGREE. I have noticed lately that Susan has been bringing some nice new ideas (Premier Knit, cottons, nicer colors -- especially Burgundy), and when I get ready to purchase I have "sticker shock" at her prices especially with the ridiculouis S & H that the Q continues to charge on top of it. It really has gotten out of hand. I find it hard to believe that she can't "shop and shop the marketplace" and find fabrics at better price points. Linea (Louis) does it, and his quality and designer credentials are in the stratosphere compared with Susan. So Louis will continue to get my hard earned money. When Susan decides to bring her pricing back into line (even her clearance items are no bargain--Isaac Mizrahi is much better at offering a nice bargain), I will consider her items again. No disrespect meant to Susan, but if designers such as Isaac and Louis can bring us a decent price point, Susan should be able to manage it also.

Respected Contributor
Posts: 3,005
Registered: ‎03-09-2010

Only line that I think really gets my attention and dollars is Belle Gray at the Q. Other than that I buy beauty kits, usually TSV's.

Honored Contributor
Posts: 16,684
Registered: ‎03-09-2010

I like what I buy from Susan - fit, fabric, durability, etc. Maybe that's why I think her prices are fine.

I feel certain I can't wear LOGO, so I never care about Lori's prices. She seems to make items sort of like Eileen Fisher and her prices are about 1/3 less, so I suspect they're pretty good.

I won't ever wear Linea, so I think it's overpriced.

I haven't tried anything Isaac except a watch - that was nicely priced, so maybe his line is priced right.

And on and on it goes. We all have our own ideas.

Honored Contributor
Posts: 48,869
Registered: ‎08-23-2010

I've always thought they charged too much for what are, basically, polyester blouses. {#emotions_dlg.unsure}

Honored Contributor
Posts: 16,684
Registered: ‎03-09-2010
On 10/6/2014 Tinkrbl44 said:

I've always thought they charged too much for what are, basically, polyester blouses. {#emotions_dlg.unsure}

You van buy poly for 4.99 or 409 - it's different poly! No one makes you buy Susan. I do. Just won't buy everything. But almost everything I've ordered, I've had good luck with.


Trusted Contributor
Posts: 1,496
Registered: ‎03-10-2010

Her poly is 70's Sears quality. Waayy overpriced and no comparison to Linea quality. Not to mention her styles are generally unflattering unless you just want to hide body flaws.

Contributor
Posts: 28
Registered: ‎08-04-2014

When I began with QVC, I ordered a lot of SG liquid knit but as time goes on I don't buy as much from her. Her prices + shipping + return shipping (if I don't like it), is just too high. I don't care for some of her prints but I love her flower designs. I haven't tried any of her other fabrics.

Valued Contributor
Posts: 1,550
Registered: ‎06-12-2013

Actually, Susan is right on trend with her designs, and her prices are much cheaper than other designers. I compared the pricing on her woven tops that she said she was inspired to design after the clothing line THE ROW-Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen (twins from Full House).

Susan Graver's line and THE ROW are almost identical in design, but I like the woven fabric Susan uses much better. THE ROW is priced at a $790 for this top, and SG is $45...

Soft Surroundings and Susan's design's are very similar, and Soft Surroundings are double the price.

So, it depends on where you shop, and if you factor in the price per wear aspect. Personally, I would never spend $790 for one top, so I'll stick with QVC and Susan Graver. I love LOGO too!!!