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Clothes on TV selling channels

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Glitterknitbaby Wed 25-Apr-18 11:00:28

What do other Gransnet members think about the clothes for offer on the TV selling channels? While having my morning cuppa I’ve been viewing what I can only discribe as ‘horrors’ a blouse for nearly £50 that I think could have come straight from the late Queen Mother’s wardrobe, a black dress also available in school uniform green which was miles shorter at the front than the back and a blue andwhite ankle length dress that I thought was a nightie.Of course all the presenters drool over them as gorgeous but as for me, no thank you

Peaseblossom Fri 04-May-18 13:55:29

Panache my sister has ordered lots of things from QVC and she says the post and packing charges are too high.

Panache Fri 04-May-18 14:04:05

Just as I remarked earlier on in this same thread Peasblossom............this puts many off.

tonibolt Fri 04-May-18 14:57:18

Must admit, I do use QVC. I mostly buy cosmetics & skincare, as it can be so difficult not to make an expensive mistake in a store. Their p&p is a bit steep, which is my only gripe. I have bought shoes, which is a godsend, as you can try them on for more than a couple of minutes. Also a couple of handbags. The clothes don’t really appeal at the moment, but the range is getting bigger now.

Barmeyoldbat Fri 04-May-18 16:21:26

I have never watched the shopping channels. I have plenty of good shops near me, I can try them on and it’s sociable.

FionaC Fri 04-May-18 21:38:06

I shop a lot from QVC and find it very useful. May I point out to some shoppers that if you don't like a product, in accordance with Distance Selling Regulations if you notify the seller immediately and return the item within 2 weeks they have to refund the p&p they charged. You are responsible for return p&p. Not a lot of people know this and although it is in t&c's companies don't advertise the fact.

tonibolt Sat 05-May-18 09:30:15

FionaC that’s interesting, have you ever had p&p refunded from QVC? I only ask because although cosmetics etc I generally don’t know immediately if they’re suitable, although I’m returning in the first couple of weeks, but I guess that doesn’t apply. However, with a purchase like shoes, I know the day they arrive - it would be nice to get a refund of p&p then, as it’s usually around £6

GreenGran78 Sun 06-May-18 12:09:28

I hate shopping for clothes. I'm only 5ft tall, size 16/18, and nothing seems to fit right. Sleeves reach my fingertips, waists are at hipline and hems trail the floor. Petite ranges are usually much more expensive, are also still a little long for me, and tend to think that if you are short you are also thin.
I live in trousers (shortened) and tops. I have just about given up on skirts and dresses.
Does anyone know of a reasonably-priced range of clothes for us shorties?

Panache Sun 06-May-18 12:35:59

Again with a risk of repeating myself...... QVC do have ranges for the petite,Kim & Co being one that does lovely trousers and tops............Kim herself being petite.(although slim in size) She is very accomadating though, and does listen if you ask her for specifics.

Worth a look at least.

Gaggi3 Mon 07-May-18 19:25:31

I met a woman, in a hospital waiting room last week, wearing a very attractive loose jacket, with several colours in it. She said she bought it from QVC years ago, and the brand was Indigo Moon. Tried to find something similar but no luck.