Wow I kind of feel the other way. I've been buying a ton more from hsn lately, but it doesn't really have much to do with the hosts. Qvc has been having too much of the same. They go thru changing hosts too. It seems like just recently they just brought on the 4 new hosts there. Gabby, Shawn, Davinia, and Sandra. I remember watching Sandra and her hands were shaking so bad while she was trying to sell. It's tough for all of them.

I never ever hardly turned on Q. To me, the atmosphere onstage (hosts, guests, products..etc) seemed so...stuffy or something and it came through the tv. I was a loyal HSN viewer for years but have found myself watching the Q more. They seemed to have updated their image a little. Still, some of their host gets on my nerves just as same as HSN. For that, I don't stop to watch. I did purchase a purse on the Q the other night. Something I haven't done in years!!

Why i prefer QVC over HSN is the host on QVC are more involved in the presentations.With HSN the guests do almost everything,and the presentations are to long.Also HSN will show the same product for 20minutes almost every hour.

I buy so much more from HSN. I think the hosts on HSN are more professional. One host on QVC actually said she had to go to the restroom on air...total unprofessional. Their hosts are much sillier and play around too much. If you like that sort of thing,then watch but I find I am watching QVC much less these days.

Dave King was unceremoniously let go (FIRED) earlier this year after being employed at QVC for 13 years? I always considered him as one of their most professional and seasoned hosts. Personally, I've been watching and purchasing items from both home shopping networks for many, many years. I don't rely on the hosts' inflated sell pitches when making a decision to make a purchase. HSN and QVC both have their share of bad on-air hosts.

I totally prefer the Q's hosts, the seasoned ones like Jill, David, Sandra, etc. I was shocked to see Bob leave but he hasn't looked happy for a while.

I won't watch any HSN hosts other than Connie, sometimes Bill, Rachel or Bobbie, the rest drive me up the wall, sorry HSN.

The Q has more clothing for older women and its cheaper than HSN and fits better in my humble opinion. Their handbags are better quality and much classier than the offerings at HSN.

All in all, HSN is more trendy and thats fine for younger women but at 60+, I have to settle for less trendy and better fit.

I feel the same way. QVC has better merchandise. HSN seems to have lowered their quality in order to sell at cheap prices.
HSN show host should practice being genuine and professional. I'm so tired of the sillyness. Joy M. is just too pushy and loud. She was bad enough selling her hangers. But she and Chris selling that cookware, tooooo much to take .

During fashion shows, why can't hosts give us size range? When they do mention size range, it's time to move on. I'm sure they know not all designers (size) run the same. Some clothes run smaller than others.



[quote=Greekie]HSN has to be losing customers. I used to shop mostly HSN - now with all the host changes, it is almost all QVC. I totally turn the channel when the new hosts are on HSN. QVC seems to remain more loyal to their hosts, which makes their customers more loyal to them. The seasoned hosts can sell better to older and younger customers. The HSN "stylists" have to go as well. Let some of the females keep their own look. Maybe the new chain in command have to go. Something is NOT RIGHT.

Also, used to like Joy - cannot take her any more. How many huggable hangers can one buy? I'll go for the knock offs. [/quote

I am sick of Bobbi trying to look like Adrienne..I am sick of the Sharif Bobbi bag..how clever of her to have a bag named after her..how much of the profit does she get for that.??
I personally like clothing from Anthony, CSC, Slinky,Tiana B, Bella Blue..they are different and make us look more hip, more modern, less matronally but in a good way.
Years ago I lived in the silk pants and animal silk blouses that Diane Gilman presented..they were so classy and I purchased everyone she put out there..now I no longer want her clothes..I am not a rock star and would look ridiculous in her clothing at work..she is in her sixties and needs to come back to earth..stop doing the hombre thing and get back to designing..sje is also too loud and shouts too much.
Stopped buying Suzanne when she doubled her prices and lowered her quality..also she has gone from sexy to ty..she is another woman in her 60's and not that we want to look desperate but we would rather look elegant than a street walker in her clothing..Suzanne just wants to make money for herself and wannabe designer daughter..has anyone ever heard of her daughter and this fabulous line of clothing that Suzanne keeps pushing...never heard of a showing at Bryant Park in New York of her clothing..
QVC...Jane needs a make over..she is looking her age and those big ears are incredible..does she not watch her tapes..
Antonella is a hoot..down to earth and loveable.
David was funny the first 3 thousand times he made the yum yum face..get another gimmick for him.
Dave King was my favorite..he was so believable..why get rid of the good hosts?
Again..just my thoughts...

Dave King is african american. From what I've read, he had no idea his last air-on show would be his QVC finale. King was always pigeonholed during the wee-morning hours. I recall an on-air caller flat-out asked him, "Why are you always getting with the 2-4 am shift." He responded by saying that he didn't have any control on what shift he worked. Bob Bowersox's sudden departure was even more surprising to this poster -- so much for QVC's loyalty; however, it probably has more to do with business -- never personal!

I don't make it a habit to watch QVC or HSN on tv. I check the TSV's for both channels on line and if I'm interested I tune in for a demo of the item. Show hosts don't determine what I buy....ever. It's the item and the bottom line, which includes S&H plus sales tax in my case. As a matter of fact today I placed an order for the TSV at the Q for Smashbox cosmetics. The price is right and I loved what I saw.

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Well said people. I do like john Cremans on HSN, but with all those hosts on HSN letting the guests yap and yap and not say a thing, its a bit too much. The hosts don't even go over sizes anymore on HSN, they think we should figure it out. QVC is great with that. I hope they keep the hosts that are the most reputable.

I like the Qs makeup and skin care shows better.
We get to see the makeup being used, how its used and actually see it being done.
Plus they will show the shades on the hand and each shade on a different model.
HSN is the worst with the camera coming to the shot.
I mean they are the worst.
Then Shannon just never stops about the price, buy it now at midnight cause its gone, we only have 20000 and 300 have been sold, dont think it will be around next hour LOL.,
I like the Qs kitchen items better.