Clothes on TV selling channels

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.

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.

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?

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

I frequently buy sweaters / cardigans even shirts from M& Co mens' wear sales.. Their small size is plenty big enough and I can get a T shirt underneath the sweaters . I have also done the same at Tesco sales..
I don't go to that many 'I should be so lucky' social events so see no need for evening wear as what I brought when DH was with me is sufficient and not dated.
When I look at what some call fashion I cringe and with a bit of alteration here and there can get away with my 'relics'.

I agree. I watch some of the presentations, and I find in particular when they do a whole wardrobe on several models, the outfits are sometimes hideous. But I have had a couple of nice tops from QVC. Slightly changing the subject, but still on the fashion theme. Am I alone in thinking Theresa May should sack her dresser? She wears so many short very waisted jackets that do her no favour. But have seen her a couple of times in a much longer line slightly fitted jacket, and it's a very flattering look for her.

Never looked at this (these) site. Guess I must be on another planet!

I agree Panache...Ideal World is a different ballgame altogether. QVC clothing is good quality, usually, and you can wash them, hate them and send back...which I have done! It is definitely horses for courses and anyone with mobility problems....they are a boon.

Yes Mawbroom I have bought my Skechers from QVC... and their customer service is excellent ... mostly don’t like the clothes. But can’t go wrong with shoes you know well . I’m a poor sleeper and sometimes turn on this channel in early hours...that’s when you have to be particularly careful not to succumb to rubbish!

I think what you might be saying lovebeigecardigan is that "You pays your money and you make a choice"

Having had overall good service and some very nice goods from QVC........ranging from clothes,jewellery,household articles,shoes,hair and skin creams.........I cannot fault them.Where else do you get a 30 day money back guarantee on everything plus make up which can be happily returned...... even if the jar is half used?

In time one learns which Names to purchase and others best avoiding, although again it is usually down to the money you wish to spend,there are prices for us all.

As for the "gift of the gab" from the presenters I find it extremely funny and it has entertained me when bed bound and not much going on in my life!!!!

"Ideal World" although similar to QVC I learned very quickly to by pass,though I guess again ........it offers "Horses for courses" and it is up to each one to purchase or simply swith off!

I sometimes look at these channels to see the clothes and often hideous jewellery - much too big and jazzy for my simple tastes.
A few years back I sent off for 'a nail system' of a set of items to brush on your nails which were intended to get them long, strong and glamorous. It lived up to the hype -never had my nails looked so fabulous. Sadly the item was only available intermittently but for a while my nails were really admirable.
Plus, I once got a concertina-style wallet which I still use.

I don't buy from a certain shopping channel....that also expects you to pay return postage, for their overpriced, quite often poor quality clothing. I have bought some items over the years which have been well known brands, but on the whole the clothing, often described as 'fabulous' 'great quality', by the presenters is just a load of tatt.

In my humble opinion QVC is marvellous. Everything is good quality, not everything is expensive, and their service is excellent. You just need to get to know which makes are best, either by watching regularly or by checking out their website.

I agree a lot of the clothes seen on the shopping channels look awful and they are also ridiculously expensive. However, we have a large QVC shop in our local town and one of my most loved and most admired dresses came from there. It's a silver grey lace number, very fitted with long sleeves and I always feel at my best in it when I wear it for special occasions. The price? £9.50!!

I rarely look at shopping channels, sometimes see clothes displayed on morning ITV. I usually make a note if I like something for when I go to the shops. We have a good - not too large - shopping centre within easy reach and I like to go and browse - have a coffee and sometimes buy. A small “me time”pleasure. Occasionally I’ll go with one of my daughters if they are visiting, but mostly make my best purchases alone.

Friends of mine always shop at QVC. I thought it wasn't for me, but reading these posts, I'm having a rethink. Thanks everyone.

I love watching QVC with the mute button on imagining what us being said about each item. It’s definitely a skill! (I know, I’m a very sad person). I have to say the customer service is excellent as of course they wouldn’t survive as a company if it wasn’t. Agree some of the clothes are hideous and would make me look like an extra from Les Miserables....

I have some items from Kim and Co and my winter coat is from QVC's Centigrade range. It is a hooded faux sheepskin knee length coat and it washes in the machine. Only cost me about £55 4 years ago, a bargain.
If you are a larger or smaller size it is worth looking on the QVC website for their clearance items, some have considerable reductions.

I buy from QVC. My favourite purchase was a coat from Dennis Basso, several years ago now, grey suede with a faux fur lining. It's so warm. I have some tops from Kim & Co too. It's very convenient, and returning items is very easy. I have always disliked shopping, and much prefer buying from the TV.

I see your point paddyman,you are probably right.
It is certainly very convenient ,taking the fretting out of all that scurrying around looking ........and paying..... for parking or missing that last `bus!!!