Fashion

[SXMGirl]

Prices are going up and that trend will continue.  I do not believe that you can compare prices from years ago, even on the same design.  I do remember the 5 easy pieces and the designer.  While I cannot remember his name, I liked having the pieces in my closet.   That said, I recently returned my first (after 30 years with her) top of Susan's that I could have gotten at Walmart for $15 or less, which is what I wrote on the return.  Times sure have changed for all of us, and prices are up, but that does not mean that quality should be lacking.

[maximillian]

@homedecor1 

Many brands on QVC are now very pricey.  The one that just hits me in the face every time it is on is SIDE STITCH.  $130-150 for casual shirts that look like denim, but we are told the fabric is much better than denim.  Some shoes are also $150 and up, like Miz Mooz shoes and Fly London.   These items are definitely out of my price range. 

[LindaSal]

Agreed.  Many items have gone up in price in a short period of time.  I'm happy I have enough clothing to last the rest of my life.  Though I do indulge once in awhile if it's something I really like.  Same with shoes and everything else.   Now all I have to do is get out of my manicure habit, as that is getting ridiculous too.  I know the prices have increased for everything since "you know what"  and I can somewhat understand it within reason, but prices for simple services and items are out of control, IMO.

[millieshops]

@Restraint That’s  exactly how I feel about some other QVC offerings that sell for the same prices or more.

[millieshops]

@Snowpuppy lol.  I’m close to needing some new no-show sox and new panties.   Beyond that I believe I can go a year or two without truly needing any clothes.

Even when I need to get “dressed” I could wear almost the same outfit changed a bit with accessories or a sweater.  I only have to satisfy me —. Guaranteed no one else cares.  There are no fashion police in my life.

[patbz]

I have bought some replacement pieces ( because wash and wear does eventually need replacing). I've purchased on sale clothing from Chicos, Talbots, Landsend and Duluth Trading plus masks from Old Navy.

[KaySD]

Maybe the trade wars? Sellers in the US pay these tariffs and must pass them along to their customers. Don't know if clothing has been affected, though.

[homedecor1]

As most pointed out here -- since I'm retired and my main clothes are swimsuit, capri, shorts & t-shirt's I see those prices are now the norm.

I don't dress up anymore.  I only keep them for my cruise days.   I have the black dress & slacks I  use when I go on cruises.  I don't do the formal nights or always use dining room service -- I like casual comfy for the buffet.  but pack them "just in case"! 

[DiAnne]

I purchased a lot of clothing during the shut down due to Covoid.  I figured prices would go up and I am a pretty classic dresser so no worry about it going out of style.  I mostly shopped J. Crew, Gap, Anthropologie, Talbots, Ann Taylor, etc.  $79 t-shirts for $19, $125 sweaters for $30.  Now I need to purge to find room for everything! 

[Ceci]

Milli, go to Amazon for socks. Can't beat the prices. I just ordered underwear, just plain Hanes cotton, again the price was so low. Free shipping if you are Prime.