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Louis,
I just wanted to tell you how much I love the WK pearl sweaters. You have had some wonderful items this season, but these may be my favorites. I got the ice grey which I was unsure about with my coloring, but I absolutely love it!! So glad I took the chance. Now I just need some cooler weather. It’s in the 80s today! Being a purple girl, I also got the lilac. Gorgeous!!
Looking forward to your shows. Hoping the velvet top is on as I’m anxious to see it. Safe travels!
I’m a happy customer today. I was stalking linea on qvc as usual, and tadaa I found the lariat necklace that sold out in a flash. I was hesitant to buy it earlier thinking it wasn’t my style but the more I kept looking at it on models and pictures, the more I wanted to try it. There was only copper ox left and I bought it. I checked back again and it was gone. I got the last one haha. Happy happy.
I also happened to see an “as is” petite gauze crepe wide leg pant become available but not in my size. Those look wonderful in alabaster. Louis, are you going to be doing any wide leg pants next season? I am a sucker for wide leg high waist pants.
Pratt
I know how you feel. I wanted a second pair of the black suit pants in petite since I also purchased the black tuxedo jacket. Totally sold out in my size. I stalked and then one day my size appeared as available. I was so happy. Congrats on your purchase.
With all the QVC customer service issues, I thought this one would take the cake. I ordered both sets of hoop earrings, then received them both, then received a letter in the mail saying they were cancelled!
Hi Joyce, something similar happened to me. I placed an order for a port blazer on wait list, got a letter saying it was cancelled. Ok I say, well about a week later the port blazer arrived. I of course was very happy.
Joyce,
I had the same experience, except my cancellation letter for the earrings came the same day as the earrings! Go figure. Something has happened at QVC, things use to run so smoothly.
Dear Louis,
I just want to make you aware of an issue with the exotic earrings that may be isolated. Love the earrings, even though QVC sent me clip ons, instead of the pierced I ordered. That’s an easy fix. The finish on the brasstone and silvertone ox is dull and has tiny scratches all over, while the copper and hematite are perfect. A couple other ladies in the forum also report the same thing. Was this intended or did we just get an irregular batch?
I also got clip-on instead of pierced.
The copper, silver & gold are suppose to be “ox” finishes and I just accepted that the finishes on these three were that.
Lynn..I am of the same mind. I don’t have any of the necklaces with the ox finish. So I did not know what to expect. The muted finish is different, and I can see what the other ladies mean by “scratches”. So far, I have paired them with my jewelry from Barbara Bixby and American West. Both offer pieces with varying levels of oxidation. Shiny earrings don’t always look right with that kind of jewelry. I think I will keep them, but am interested in what the rest of you think of them, especially if you have the ox necklaces.
I have the same issue with my exotic finish earrings. The problem is that they are not muted, like my Ox finish necklaces – they are actually shiny with rather large scratches. I think what some of us are asking is whether all of the exotic ox finishes are like this, or if we got a bad batch.
Yvette…Thank you for the clarification. Now I understand why you are questioning what you have received. Mine have no shine, other than the hematite, which is shiny. The rest are the muted finish, which sounds like the necklaces. Hope you receive a set that you like.
Dear Yvette, I really can’t say because I don’t know. Not every piece of jewelry is made in the same factory so plating colors will always vary. I just want them to blend with the necklaces so there is more of a choice then gold or silver.
Dear Louis, thanks so much for the info that there is more than one factory doing the plating. I guess that explains it. Unfortunately one of these factories didn’t do a very good job of matching the silver ox and brass ox that is used on your necklaces. Darn! The other two colors in the exotic set are just perfect.
Dear Yvette, I don’t want to miss lead you. When I say we have different factories to make certain things that’s not to say the hoops are split and made in different factories. That wouldn’t make sense. All of the hoops are made in one factory, the same factory that makes my fish. The exotics do have abrasions to give them an aged look, but they shouldn’t be scratched. They also are not shiny like the Classics.
Oops! I misunderstood what you said about the different factories. Hard to figure out what’s up with the exotic hoops some of us received. Since I have a lot of your jewelry, I know what your ox finishes look like – an this isn’t it. I’m puzzled, and tempted to call CS and try with another exotic set, because the design of these earrings is just great.
Yvette, thank you for expressing so well what I was trying to say!
Grace, I just received my exotic hoop earrings, and each pair looks just like the posted pictures. I believe that the earrings you received are irregular.
Louis – I am awaiting your 2 hour show on Q2 this week – I just looked at the schedule online, and it says it’s 10AM – 12PM on Thursday, not 10 PM – which is correct? Have they changed it?
This is what the QVC Program Guide shows for QVC2 this week:
11/08/2018 10PM-12AM
Linea by Louis Dell’Olio
Stacey Stauffer
*************
11/09/2018 10AM-12PM
Linea by Louis Dell’Olio
Sheesh….I know nothing about the show on 11/9? I have to check???????I do have one on 11/19 at 6am QVC1 for my Holiday clothes…..the tux etc.
Sheesh….you had me in a panic since I knew nothing about this 2 hour show and have done nothing tom prepare!!!! I found out it’s a rebroadcast of the 11/8 10pm show….phew!!!
Oh, wow, Louis, I didn’t know they did “rebroadcasts” of shows—very interesting. My cable line-up does not include QVC2, so I have to watch it on my Mac Laptop, which also means that I can’t DVR it either for later viewing.
Sheesh
Hi Louis – QVC customer service is messing up again! I called customer service about J-358187, the 72 inch faceted bead and necklace set for $62.00. They told me the reason I did not receive earrings with it is because it is not a set. They said the earrings were listed as J-387788 for $35.60 and they are sold out. I kept them on the phone while went to the Q website. It is listed as a set and the earrings don’t show up at all. They told me they will look into. Was told don’t order again as will be sent out just a necklace again. The total for both would be$97.60 plus SH and tax. How frustrating!
Chrystene, I can understand your frustration! I would call back, again. You will get a different CS Rep. if you get no satisfaction, ask to speak to a manager or supervisor, there must be someone above the CS Rep. As you stated, it is listed on the website as a set. I would not trust them to “look” into it. Call again until this is resolved and you receive the merchandise you ordered and paid for. So many people are having numerous problems with QVC, lately. I don’t know if it’s because of new hires and people are not being trained properly but it is causing a tremendous amount of dissatisfaction with QVC.
Chrystene, it’s just plain stupidity. I wish I could be more helpful, but it’s not my company. I’m just as frustrated as you are. All they have to do is type in the style # J358187, and it clearly says a set and shows the earring next to the necklace!
Chrystene,
Send an e mail to Social.Team@qvc.com and explain the issue with order #.
They are very helpful when regular CS cannot help. They are a higher level of customer care and have always handled any issues I have had.
Dear Nicklaus1, thank you for your suggestion. I’m sure this advice will help many. I certainly will file this for when I have my own run ins with QVC shipping!
Thanks so much for your prompt reply to my question about the 72 inch faceted bead set. The reason all of us Linea ladies is your attention to small details concerning our QVC orders. No one does this except you!
https://www.msn.com/en-us/lifestyle/lifestyle-buzz/womans-discovery-about-the-weird-shoulder-buttons-on-coats-sends-twitter-into-meltdown/ar-BBPd1T5?ocid=spartanntp
Trench coat features seem to shock young fashionistas when they discover their original purpose.…
Love my Linea trench!
https://www.msn.com/en-us/lifestyle/lifestyle-buzz/womans-discovery-about-the-weird-shoulder-buttons-on-coats-sends-twitter-into-meltdown/ar-BBPd1T5?ocid=spartanntp
Trench coat features seem to shock young fashionistas when they find out their original purpose.….
Love my Linea trench!
I received the red 72 inch faceted and pave neck chain today. Sadly, there are no earrings with it. I know this was sold as a set but the invoice makes no mention of earrings. Has anyone else had this problem?
Dear Chrystene, there definitely should be a set of earrings with the necklace!!!!! I don’t think the invoice would mention the earrings because it isn’t a separate sell…..nonetheless it should have been in the package. Please recheck and let me know. This could not have been a return this early in the game.
Chrystene…..I spoke to my manufacturer and they said to call customer service and ask for a new set. This had to be an oversight at the factory.
I am late in posting this, but I have had 3 months of not being able to get my email, (long story), and finally switched to another provider, which seems to have solved the problem. But during that period, I couldn’t get your blog, so I wasn’t sure when you were scheduled. Fortunately, I was able to get both of you October programs on the main channel, which showed the items I had wanted. I love the Maltese Cross Necklace Set–I have lots of things in the wine, port color area–and they are beautiful with them. I have also combined it with the Byzentyne–awful spelling :(–and am knocked out by how gorgeous the combination is. Since I think both sets are available, I thought others might be interested for gifts or themselves.
I am so glad to be back in the fold again.
Hi Louis!
My tassel necklace arrived along with the blk/fireball long necklace. I’m in awe of how beautiful the black jet glass beads sparkle on the tassel necklace. I have the older mabe grey/marcasite pin you did a few years ago and will pair that with the tassel necklace. Please bring us more jewelry with the smaller black jet beads (tassel) next holiday season. And how about some more marcasite looking items also?
Thanks for all you do.
Dawn
Dear Louis, I love the jet tassel necklace too. So simple and elegant! Wouldn’t it be beautiful in some other colors to go with things we already have or that you are planning? I hope it gets reordered so that you can bring more colors. I know it would be beautiful because the black is so beautiful and easy to wear. It’s subtle sparkle is great with everything. Thank you for it and all you have brought this season.
Dear Nancy….we already have it made up in other beautiful colors. It was only bought in black as a test. If it does well the other colors are waiting in the wings!
Dear Louis and Linea ladies, I wear this more than any other necklace I own. It looks amazing on black so I imagine your other colors are stunning. I posted my 5 star review. Fingers crossed!
Louis, I just purchased the Art Deco pendant/necklace in antique gold. I would like to pair with one of your hoop earring sets. Which gold would look best with the necklace, the Classic or the Exotic? Thanks.
Actually Lorraine, I’m afraid I’m not going to be much help here because both do work…….but I would go with the Classics.
Louis, I received three colors of the pearl sleeve sweater today and I’m over the moon about them. I know some are disappointed in the length of the sleeve, but they hit me midway between knuckle and wrist, right at that perfectly sophisticated sweet spot.
I’m finding myself grabbing for the A341741 Jeans pants more often than I had imagined I would. I even wore a pair on an airplane last week, and I would never, ever, ever wear normal jeans on plane because they are not comfortable enough. I really hope they are reordered. The stretch fabric is so forgiving and they just can’t wrinkle.
My tuxedo jacket finally shipped, so I can stop holding my breath now! I would love some slim leg/ankle pants in the tux/trench fabric next year to wear with it.
Louis,
I was able to find red leather gloves in Macy’s Charter Club brand — Port Red color. I think they are smaller than normal size (normally I take a Medium in gloves. Maybe the dye caused the gloves to be smaller? I sized up to the better fitting Large.
Chris
Dear Louis,
Loving loving loving every fall Item I have purchased so far. Head to toe in linea has become my uniform these days. I have everything I want, except a jumpsuit. I love wearing jumpsuits but it’s so hard to find one that fits well and is flattering. Have you considered making one anytime or made one in the past? Would love to have a jumpsuit designed by you for all the details and quality you bring to it.
I have the pebble crepe jumpsuit Louis made years ago. Still going strong, like all my Linea. It is a sleeveless summer jumpsuit, and I have it in olive green and turquoise. I have the matching colors of the pebble crepe big shirt, which works as a jacket with it. I can wear the olive well into fall in So Cal.
Hello Carol,
I have that same fabulous turquoise jumpsuit, just wore it on a trip to Italy. I also have a black silk and linen safari style jacket that Louis did that season. They are some of my first purchases.
What year could that have been…and they still fit!! LOL
Enjoy them,
Elaine
Playing detective by typing in jumpsuit in the search on this page, I found the item number A199791. Entered that on the QVC.com search and there it is. Of course not available. Louis posted the jumpsuit June 2010. A testament to how timeless the Linea styles are.
Ah, I found the jumpsuit too. Love the turquoise color. Very unique. But didn’t find a video presentation anywhere. Lucky ladies, for owning it and still wearing it! I am hoping and wishing Louis will design another one sooner 😊
Dear Pratt, I have done one or two jumpsuits in the past, but none were really successful so I stopped. They are so difficult to fit. Everyone is built so differently. Who has a long torso, who has a short torso, and one jumpsuit has to fit everyone. Put a sleeve on it, and many women can’t get them on….let alone the problems of going to the ladies room! In my youth I owned a heavy cotton twill, arm green military styled jumpsuit. I was VERY slim then, but even that one was a challenge to get in and out of, so I do have some experience.The returns are always so high that I’ve given up. I believe the one I made was a tank style, which is more comfortable to wear…..but the problem arises what to wear over it? Ever time I present a sketch for a jumpsuit there are always sighs in the room. It’s almost comical!
Good morning Louis & Ladies,
I wore a pashmina over my jumpsuit recently. It was perfect on our trip to Italy! The turquoise color matched the Sea.
So sorry I missed you and Jennifer in Manhattan yesterday, I took a long walk downtown on 7th Ave, I should have walked uptown!!
See you next week, thank you,
Elaine
I typed in the other comment about the design for jumpsuit before I could read your comment. I understand jumpsuits are difficult to suit everybody, and the returns may be high. How does qvc allow GILI out our so many jumpsuits, I wonder. The returns must definitely be high as I myself have returned quite a few. I think someone should come up with a customizable jumpsuit option. Low waisted high waisted, low neck high neck, pant length, sleeved vs sleeveless, like plug n play haha.
Pratt, I have no idea about the Gili line as their fit is very different. I do know from history…..dresses and jumpsuits are always HIGH RETURNS. I have never been truly successful with either. I have never had a reorder for a dress or a jumpsuit.
Oh, that’s really sad. Dresses too?! Thank you for constantly trying though. I hope one day, one day, I get to own a jumpsuit made by you 😊
If it will ever be made – please consider my request 🙂
A non-v neck (so that we narrow shoulder ladies can wear it too and don’t need a camisole underneath), in a fabric that will hide all lumps and bumps,
Hi Louis,
Do you know when the crushed velvet blouse will be available and does it have a straight hem?
Hi Louis, I hope you see this before everything gets “archived” and it disappears! As much as I dislike it when any of your items go on clearance and never return, I’m so happy that it allows me to purchase more than I would have been able to otherwise. I recently purchased the Wing Collar Blouse in port and teal and I love them! Thanks to the clearance price, I just went back and picked up 2 in the slate blue and another in teal. While I wish these would be available all the time, I’m happy to be able to get multiples on clearance.
I just received my order for the Exotic Earrings (expedited shipping). I ordered them from the recently reposted availability. When I opened the package the crystal and simulated pearl earrings were in the box. These earrings are beautiful, but I already have them. Back went the package.
Has anyone else received the exotic earrings…are they really available to order? I’m looking forward to having both the exotic and the classic earrings. This is so frustrating.
My order should be here early next week. Being on the west coast adds a few days. I hope I don’t have any surprises.
Is this list of names & orders for incorrect orders still active? If it is and you hadn’t already done so, you should add your problem to it.
Thanks, Lynn, for your suggestion. I posted my problem on the incorrect order list.
Dear Susan, please explain to me what happened????? You ordered the Exotic Hoop earring set of 4. You received the box and inside was the crystal and simulated pearl earrings? What earrings are these? Do you mean the black jet and pearl? I can’t understand this since the Hoop earrings are packaged here in the US in R.I.
Yes, Louis. that is exactly what happened. I received the black jet and pearl earrings in your Linea box. It looks like someone put the wrong box of earrings in the mailing envelope. I wonder if someone else received the Exotic Hoops instead of their order of the black jet and pearl earrings.
Rarely do I return any of your beautiful clothes and jewelry, but this is a QVC mistake and should not count for a return. I did contact CS and did receive a refund for the expedited shipping. I have reordered the Exotic Hoops – so glad to know that Carol received her earrings. I know that I will love them when they finally arrive.
Thank you, Louis, for all your beautiful designs and for the care that you give to all of us. You are the best and very appreciated.
Dear Susan, Now I understand. You didn’t receive the large black box that the hoops are shipped in….you received the normal box with the pearl earring. I was thinking the manufacture mixed the wrong earring in the wrong box! This was a QVC error.
I’m surprised by this, because I got both sets today and they came in a not QVC box, like items that are prepacked at the factory, if you know what I mean. The invoice was taped to the outside of the box. This seems like a particularly bonehead mistake. So sorry. They are the BEST!
Thanks, Carol, for your reply. Today I ordered both sets of earrings. Hopefully, this order will be successful.
I ordered pierced exotic and received clip on. Not sure what’s going on but I also had sequin pants sent instead of a line a dress.
Louis,
I just received my fourth Etruscan Necklace Set in the green patina. I’ve been stalking this and one showed up. Now I have all four. And I should say, wow, the green patina looks wonderful with the port, dark forest green & caramel colors. I held off on ordering the green not being sure what to wear it with. Now I know. You probably knew this already, so this comment is more for the Linea Ladies who haven’t tried the green with these new colors. It’s a fascinating story of how the green patina is made. Just out of curiosity, will the Etruscan set be re-ordered? These necklaces are such a wardrobe staple. Thank you for this different take on the basic gold, silver & copper metals.
Please reorder the Etruscan bracelets:-)!
I agree. I hadn’t fully discovered Linea when these were available. I’m also going to put a request in directly to QVC.
Dear Lynn….they were reordered once so they probably won’t be reordered again. You are luck to have all of them. I love the Russian gold and the Green Patina worn together. It looks like jewelry from an ancient time.
Louis, what a brilliant idea! I’m lucky to own the complete set as well, along with the bracelets and the fish! I will be pairing the Russian Gold & Green Patina, just as you suggested.
It is amazing how similar the photo for A343480 is to your Linea tuxedo jacket.
Torsad Necklace is Posted on Q!
https://www.qvc.com/Linea-by-Louis-DellOlio-4-Strand-Pave-Bead-20%22-Necklace.product.J358185.html
Seka.
I’m happy it’s posted, but what dreadful lifeless pictures for such a beautiful necklace.
Thank goodness for your Sneak Peeks, Louis!
Your Glass Bead jewellery items are Fabulous!
Seka.
Happy Halloween Louis! Thanks for the treat! always love pics of the GLAM couple. While back at the ranch…lol. Playing in closet this a.m., pulled port topper from last season and now REALLY want port slacks like mushroom/black. Have ponte but would love woven!!!!Caramel ponte boot or slim or woven pants also with boot or straight leg. That’s all i want .hahaha …for now. Thank you. Pamela in the sunny south.
Hi Louis, Just wanted to tell you that I received the tuxedo jacket yesterday. I like that it is “not too much” — just understated, classic elegance. I think this makes it wearable for many different kinds of occasions. I ordered the same size as the jackets and trench and the fit is spot on. Thank you for such a beautiful jacket.
I must echo Jane — my tuxedo jacket arrived today as well and it is PERFECTION! Fit, fabric, finishing could not be better. Looking forward to getting the tuxedo necklace/earring set (should be in my mailbox today). I am set for the season, thank you sir!
Hello Louis
I wrote you asking about whether the slim ponte pants were ever available in scarlet size 2 as they were showing as sold out on the first day posted on the QVC website. You were going to check with the manufacturer to see if any were available and I was wondering whether they had gotten back to you. I even posted my question on the item’s question section but no answer from QVC. Is there a way to contact the buyer for your line at QVC to push for more inventory in smallest sizes, I see size 4 scarlet is now sold out. Thank you
Sorry for the delay…..I think I need a secretary with all the questions!….LOL……..the pant was avail in red but they sold out…..the buyers buy very limited quantities in xxs, xs, 2x and 3x so they are quick to go. The largest quantities are M to xl, and then they scale down from there in both directions of sizing.
Thank you for the reply Louis, I will keep stalking a 2R scarlet. I am celebrating success in picking up your XXS navy cropped cardigan which became available today. I didn’t grab it the first day because the navy xxs skirt had sold out in both lengths but I was able to successfully stalk them as well. It took me five years to get that navy skirt I have about 15 or 20 whisper knit navy tops. Hooray! I’m hoping you are able to bring the skirt back, love the slit in the back. I really am serious about wanting to lobby the QVC buyers to purchase more in the smallest sizes. They are missing out on a lot of business!
I agree, Pepper. I have noticed that the xs disappears so quickly, but there is plenty of mediums, etc. If you didn’t grab a bootcut ponte pant right away this fall, there were no sizes 4 or 6 to be had, except for the occasional one if you stalked enough. I wonder if there are more Linea ladies in smaller sizes than the average Q customer?
Am trying to repost as I believe I did something wrong in my first attempt to post. Sorry. I posted on Q Forum, Blog also & a kind person suggested I post here.
Dear Louis, I have been so fortunate to receive every item I ordered even though items were either “in process, waitlisted or backordered” & flipped back & forth several times.. I finally received the Black trench coat @ 11:15 this AM. It appeared to be a return as it was in a plastic bag inside a Q wht. plastic bag with orange Q letters. I didn’t care paying full price, I was so happy to finally receive it as I have both suits in Mushroom & Black. Tried the coat on & went back to the bag for the belt…No belt! I’m beyond upset! Somewhere there is a size 18 Black trench coat belt floating around. Is there any suggestion as to how to try & get the matching belt? I’m not sending the coat back as was suggested by CS, I’ll Never see another! I’d appreciate any suggestions. Thank you!
Sorry, forgot to add that my email is not working….I guess this is the only place to receive a response if there is one. Thank you so much! Going back to order the Tuxedo jacket!
Dear Rosemary….This is very distressing as I’m sure this way a return. I wish some people were more responsible and return all the pieces that go to the garments they receive. I can ask my manufacturer if there is any way to get another belt, size 18, black. I will get back to you either way. If it is possible I will give you an e-mail address where you can send your address.
Louis, I don’t know if you’re aware, but there are 70-71 of your customers who posted on the Q Forum who are trying to send a message to Corp about how Q mishandles your orders. It’s under:Re: “A List of People Whose Linea Orders Have Been Mishandled.” The kind person who responded to me & suggested posting to you here was/is JustJazzMom
What’s really annoying is there is a Black Trenchcoat in sz 18 still listed as being “in stock.” When I attempt to add to my cart, it states, “Not available.” QVC needs to take it down! It’s almost like fraud..Listing something for sale that’s Not Available!
You are so appreciated by your customers! I copied my post (below) so that you might see it. Thank you for all you do!
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@RoLT wrote:
Most recently, I had orders placed for the Mushroom & Black colored blazers & matching slacks that were placed “in process” & then flipped back & forth between “waitlist, in process & backordered.” I was fortunate that my orders eventually did come through, but it shouldn’t have happened. Yesterday, I received the beautiful Black trench coat that was on “waitlist.” I was thrilled until I searched for the belt. There was No belt! Cust Serv said I could send the coat back or receive a discount for the missing belt! Seriously? There’s no way I want to send the coat back! I’ll NEVER see another coat! I finally called Corp as CS was no help & a very pleasant woman said she will attempt to find a Sz 18 Black belt. I’d be happy with a Black 16! The same sort of problem has happened with other Linea orders in the past! Why?
Mr Dell ‘Olio has a strong following because he knows how to dress a woman. His garments are classic & beautifully tailored. His jewelry is beautiful too. Does QVC really want to lose all of the Linea customers? If I could, I would purchase Linea items elsewhere & be done with QVC!
I’m glad this List was started & thank you to whomever started it. In the meantime, I’ll have to hope that a Black sz 18 trenchcoat belt is sent my way.
From JustJazzmom: “Contact Louis on his blog to see if his manufacturer can send one to you. Several people were missing epaulettes on their trenches & Louis & his manufacturer resolved the problem.”
Dear Rosemary…..all is taken care of…..well not all, but at least the belt is. Customer Service already got in touch with the buyer who got in touch with my manufacturer at the same I did. They have your address so when the belt arrives it will be sent to you……………Sorry for all the frustration. This time it wasn’t QVC’s fault, but some irresponsible customer……..Unfortunately it happens more often then we would like to think.
Rosemary….a treat for you….Your belt was shipped out to you today…..you should be getting it real soon! Happy Halloween!
Louis, You are an incredibly amazing person in so many ways!
Seka.
It there were stars to give you would get 10+ Louis!
What is the difference gunmetal and hematite? They seem to be a similar color.
none at all
I’m so glad to hear this. I have lots of gunmetal but no hematite. I ordered the exotic earrings with the hematite and was hoping that they would go with my gunmetal pieces. Thank you so much for taking time to answering our questions.
Just received the tuxedo jacket. I upgraded shipping in case I needed to exchange for size. It is true to size and beautiful. In my opinion you could easily dress it up or down. I also received the black sweater with pearls. The sleeve are long on me. I am 5 ft 3 in. When you designed this, where did you anticipate the bottom to hit on the hand?
Your collection this fall was amazing. I have bought so many stunning pieces that I can coordinate. You are truly much appreciated.
Hi Ceicei, so glad you like the Tuxedo. The sweater should hit anywhere from below the wrist bone to about 2 inches below…..Preferably 2-2/12 inches below.
I just received the gorgeous pearl sweater in lilac mist, but sadly I will need to return it. At 5′ 4 1/2″ the sleeves totally cover my fingertips.The rest of the sweater fits beautifully. I own stacks of the whisper knit pieces, but I cuff the sleeves to make them work for me. I guess I need to pass on the embellished sleeves. I’m wondering if the smokey iris wk tunic is the right shade to go with the lilac mist pearl necklace which I also purchased. It’s a very pretty necklace and I’m hoping to find something else which will match instead of the pearl sweater.
Hi Louis!
I also received my Tuxedo jacket. I did not expedite my order. I have a promotional special with UPS that they upgrade my packages. The jacket even came in a box and not in a crummy bag! Back to the jacket… I ordered the same size as I did in the Port blazer and it looks as if it was custom made. The length of the sleeves on me is perfect. Haven’t had time to play around and shop my closet yet but know for sure that once I do I’ll be even happier.
The Port velvet skirt also arrived. It is a luscious color. I went with my normal size and because of the stretch could have really sized down.
It’s been an outstanding season and I don’t remember ever buying as much clothing and jewelry as I have this fall. I’ll be eating a lot of Ramen noodles if you continue on this path.
Thanks for all you do!
Dawn
Hi Louis, I just wanted to say that I received my black tassel necklace and the crystal bead cluster necklace and they are both fabulous! I can see that they did not buy enough of the crystal bead because I ordered it as soon as it came on air and it went straight to sold out and it’s been on waitlist for a while now. I left my reviews already. Now I am waiting for my tux jacket!
Is the fish pendant necklace available?
Kathryn, it will be.
Hello Louis, sadly I missed out on the Scoop Neck Midi Dress A294606. However, I did find it on eBay…new. It’s a bit large. Can it be altered?
Thank you!
Yes Janet, if you have a good seamstress.
Thanks for responding. There’s a privately owned men’s store in my area…very nice with high end clothing. An older Italian man is the tailor. His work is impeccable. Thankfully, he does alterations for women too. I’ll take my beautiful midi dress there.
Will the midi WK skirt (A297864) be made in the scarlet red? Thanks
I would love a wk midi skirt in scarlet red! I love that skirt and that color!
Ellen, I don’t even kn ow if it’s being reordered since there are quite a few avail.
Yes please!
Hi Louis! The saga continues with the long-awaited set of four hoop earrings. This is what I have posted on the QVC Linea forums: I ordered the Classics on 10/18 and my order was cancelled on 10/25. I reached out to corporate and spoke to someone on Friday (10/26). She is contacting the buyer to investigate what happened; there may have been an issue with passing quality control or not all inventory being delivered. She is supposed to get back to me on Monday.
When I saw the exotics become available again on Friday I ordered (they are still in processing) because I’m not confident we’ll ever see the Classics.
I’ll post again if/when I hear back from corporate.
Dear AZ Donna….all I can tell you is the Classics do exist and have been shipped. There is no shortage and they passed quality control, so I don’t know what the hold up is. All I can think is that products that don’t have air time do not get priority processing. This time of year they is so much product going into QVC for gift giving that things get pushed aside. I will check to see if I can get any info.
Thanks Louis, I appreciate you looking into this. I know that many of us are wondering what happened to the “classic” set, as the Exotic set has been posted for a couple of days now but the Classic set is still MIA. I’ll let you know if I hear anything back.
Louis, several of us were able to order on Thursday the 25th, when both sets were available on and off all day (mostly off, lol). I ordered both classic and exotic in pierced, and they are definitely on their way to me. Tracking shows that they moved from PA to NJ and are now in GA. From past experience, it will take a couple more days for them to arrive in NOLA. I’ll let you know when I have them in my hot little hands. Have been waiting for for your hoops since you first mentioned them, so I’m excited! (And the Saints beat the Vikings last night – woo hoo!)
The order I placed on October 25 has definitely shipped as well and I am happy to say are only one state away from me. Hopefully they will arrive either tomorrow or the next day. I am grateful to have been able to place another order right away. I hope all the ladies that want these are able to get them. I have looked forward to purchasing these since I found out that they would be available.
Dear Louis:
In May of this year I was lucky enough to get the silver tone fish necklace. I have worn it approximately 5-10 time. I went to put it on yesterday and noticed the top of the chain has darkened.
When it was purchased it had a little kink in the chain but I could not exchange it as it had sold out. I love this necklace!!!
Do you have any suggestions?
Sincerely,
Becky Fisher
Dear Becky,,,,send it to the following address:
Repairs Department
C/O TCJC LLC
3B Industrial Park Drive
SmithField, R.I. 02917
Enclose a brief letter stating what is wrong, and a check for $7.50 to TCJC LLC. This is for return shipping. I would send the fish and the chain even though it’s only the chain that is the problem.
Single Bar Necklace………on clearance.
Hi Louis
My tuxedo jacket is on its way. Thanks for posting your sketches as well as photo’s. The QVC photo’s do not do it justice. Thanks
I ordered my tuxedo jacket at 6:30 a.m. yesterday and it has shipped out!
My tuxedo jacket order shows that it is “in process” and has a delivery date. I have my fingers crossed that it is received. While this order appears to be Ok other orders have not been.
Hello Louis! For years, I have travelled with your gold fish pendant. It has gone all over the world, starting so many wonderful conversations. Women and men stop me to ask about my fish. That little guy has been the best ambassador! Thank you for giving me such joy. I would like to know if the gold will be coming back. Sadly, today, my fish lost its tail and I am hoping I will be able to purchase another necklace.
PS Your clothes travel with me, as well. So many beautiful pieces in my closet!
Dear Krista…..so sorry to hear about the mishap with you fish! What happened? YES, the fish are swimming back in Gold and Silver. I am going to have a BIG surprise this spring. I have been working on something for TWO years and finally it is a reality……a new species of fish….BUT THAT”S ALL I’M SAYING!!!!
The tuxedo jacket is posted. Louis, it is absolutely beautiful.
Dear Pecan Cookie, I just looked to see the photo, and it’s not there? I did however see the picture of the velvet skirt……it hurt my eyes!!!!!The colors are so washed out. The colors of the skirts look much deeper and richer than their photos. They must use a strong strobe light pointing directly on the clothes. They really do a terrible job of styling and photographing apparel. I take that back…they don’t style them at all!
Hi Louis!
Just ordered the Tuxedo jacket yesterday morning and today ordered some jewelry. I noticed the velvet skirts are posted. Wow are the pics horrible. If it wasn’t for your blog and detailed descriptions I would pass. When can we see more pics of the velvet top? I’m concerned with the sleeve length/circumference.
Thanks for all you do!
Dawn
I found it…..I typed in Linea Tuxedo Jacket in the search bar. I wish the model pulled back her hair so you could see the collar better, but I’m never happy. I’ll have to post my Sneak Peeks!
Hi Louis, Thanks for sharing how to access the long awaited Tuxedo Jacket! Even though the QVC description talks about “stain covered buttons” (!), I gleefully placed my order. I am praying my order will progress through the perils of the QVC ordering and shipping process because I know this jacket will be FABULOUS! Joyfully, Ruth
Thanks for the heads up. I was able to order mine. I wasn’t a blazer person until a few months ago but once I started being a linea lady, I was intrigued with all the rave reviews and mostly with the styling options you give us and show us… and now I have quite a good collection and this tuxedo jacket will be a great addition. I am loving blazers now mostly coz I now know how to style them. Thanks for all the styling guidance 🙂
And to chime in on the not so good pictures qvc posts, I think it’s true for most of your pieces. The worst being sequin pants.. I thought the pants looked bulky and all bunched up at the hips on seeing the qvc pics but your sneak peeks were on the contrary. Most of the jewelry pics too, they don’t have that allure, with the qvc pics. I’d rather just check your website and decide what to buy. Love the sketches you do, and please keep posting them often.
And a restocking of colors for the Faceted Metal Multi Row Cuff.
And it looks like a couple of new necklaces are posted. Also, a restocking of colors for the bar station necklace.
The crushed velvet skirt (a343559) is posted on qvc.com.
Hi Louis. I know others have posted about the issue with the hoop earrings. I ordered them on 10/18 and today my order was canceled. I posted my dissatisfaction on the Linea site under “A List of People Whose Linea Orders Have Been Mishandled “ and wanted to provide my name in case your buyer needs it: Donna Broce. Thanks!
Louis,I absolutely love your clothes!! I buy whenever I can.I’m a petite lady size XS or sometimes an XXS small depending on the cut.I love the tops you’ve been showing with the bell & sometimes embellished sleeves.However,I have short arms & they are way to long for me.Would you ever consider doing them in a 3/4 sleeve or in petites? I’m sure that I’m not the only lady with this problem. I’m able to turn up a cuff on the regular sleeves but can’t do it on the fancier ones.
Dear Evelyn, unfortunately I don’t get to decided what gets bought in petites, and since the quantity on this sweater was limited, petites were not an option. This sweater can’t be done in petites or 3/4 sleeves, but I will consider 3/4 sleeves in the future.
thanks Louis I too have short arms which prevents me from ordering the beautifully embellished tops
Hello Louis
Do you know if QVC ordered the scarlet red ponte pants in regular 2. They are showing as sold out so I’m looking to see if stalking will do me any good. I have your scarlet swing sweater poncho and whisper knit skirt. I thank you for answering the same question about the new navy skirt in XXS and was able to get one in both lengths that way so than you so much for answering. Also love my new black trench in size 2!
Dear Pepper, the only thing I can do is ask my manufacturer to look the style up and see if it’s avail or indeed sold out.
Thank you for doing that Louis I love your clothes and it drives me crazy that the QVC buyer doesn’t increase the numbers ordered in the smallest sizes because they seem to go so fast. I checked the pants Monday no red now today 2 red is only size not available. I complain about it every time I receive one of their surveys.
Dear Louis,
Thank You!! There is no other designer that even comes close to you on QVC!! Your designs are outstanding.
sorry Louis, I was able to reorder the pierced in the classic. I thought something was wrong but it must just be a qvc thing.
My earrings were cancelled as well. Frustrating!!! None of this is on you Louis. I just don’t know what happened to what use to be a well oiled machine. (QVC)
Donna from California
Louis, qvc cancelled my sets of 4 hoop earrings this morning j387781 and j387779. do you happen to know why the waitlist would be cancelled on your new earrings. sorry to bother you?
Justina, the same thing happened to me this morning, I happened to be signed onto my account and saw my order had been canceled today. I was lucky enough to place another order right away. My order that was canceled previously went in between “in process” and “backorder”. I’m sorry your order was canceled. I hope we both get our earrings, I’ve been looking forward to these for quite some time.
Hi Justina & Beth,
Thank you for this post, I just checked and my orders were cancelled also! I was only able to reorder the Exotics.
I was looking forward to giving them as Christmas gifts.
I’ll keep looking.
Thanks again, Elaine
Oh my, I was able to order the classics this morning, but not the exotics. Sounds like some Halloween spirits are playing with the QVC systems!
Same thing happened to me I was so happy to finally see them appear then taken away ,this am it showed in stock so ordered again hope this time works??
Dear Elaine and Ladies…..this is very strange. Someone at the Q doesn’t know what they are doing….obviously! The earrings have NOT BEEN PROCESSED yet and still they post the pics only to remove them again. Be patient they will be here soon. Maybe they are waiting to have them for Nov. receipts????? Just a guess. I have no Idea what is going on with the posting and removal??? I see that some have been notified that they have been shipped??? That is very curious!
Louis, here we go again. My order went to back order then cancelled. They are telling me it is a vendor problem and that they did not send as many as promised. I sure hope they are wrong. I really want both sets and neither is available now. I will keep checking and hope they just have not been processed. Saw your post literally after just talking to a rep. They really need to tell them what is happening. Sorry for the rant, I will try to wait patiently. I trust you, I just don’t trust QVC anymore. Thanks for keeping us updated on this.
Dear Linda….I honestly don’t think CS can truly help with anything serious. They really have zero information. To tell you we didn’t ship is untrue.
Louis, I’m sure you’re right about cs not being able to help with a serious problem. Their set answer seems to be to blame the vendor. They are still trying to tell me that about the blazer and pants, it’s craziness there lately. If you are still taking problems for the “names list” just add this one to what I sent earlier this week. Thanks again for all you do for us. I really appreciate it.
Dear Louis, I still have, and treasure, my “vintage” Linea crushed velvet pieces from a few years ago … Can’t wait to add these new crushed velvet skirts … Starting with Port!!!
Another report from the last shows … Got my gorgeous black sequin pants, took them off to be shortened with some nervous anxiety … Got back utter perfection! Wore them on a cruise last week; so elegant and comfortable!!! Thank You!,,,,,,
Louis,I think I have every style and color of your leather jackets from QVC plus duplicates. My husband purchased the new long black jacket,two of them in size 4.He also purchased the Navy in size 4. It was being processed then went into backoder. I just talked to QVC and they processed on the wrong card and sold it to someone else without notifying me. My husband is upset because after each chemotherapy threatment he will go on line and purchase something from your line. He was lucky to get the cream leather jacket before it was sold out. I wanted to see if you could find me the Navy long leather jacket in size 4 that was on QVC. Thank you for the beautiful items that you make. Cathy Lowery
724-941-6802 or jwalowery@comcast.net
Dear Cathy, there is nothing I would like to do more than get a size 4 navy jacket for you, but none exist to my knowledge. Even my Manufacturer only has a size 8 that she has to keep for her library. Sorry. Keep checking the site. I’m always reading that women bought two and are sending one back….or it’s too big or too small so you may luck out. As soon as they are processed back into the system they will show up on the site. This can take 2 weeks….sometimes less sometimes more.
Cathy, I share your frustration. My leather coat ordered on October 11 switches back and forth from processing to backorder every three days. I have no idea if I will ever receive my order.
The scarlet red ponte pants are now available in all sizes . I mentioned yesterday that the smaller sizes went so fast but I think it was just loading problem. That’s a weird way of loading up the inventory and so misleading.
Hi Louis, I was worried that QVC had made another boo-boo. Your post on Sep. 24th “THE SCARLET RED TRENCH COAT” mentioned that the new ponte colors would be on the super ponte straight leg pant A268137. Even though the item number is correct, I really thought in my mind, that was pant A268216 because I consider that one to be more straight leg. Just wanted to let you know in case others might be confused.
Caroline, A268216, is actually considered a slight [very slight] boot cut.
Hi Louis! Love all of my recent purchases…red BD, caramel everything,and just ordrerd new ponte in scarlet. I am lucky enough to have the scarlet wk tank and long cardigan,and just bought Sam Edelman red mules from 6pm which match perfectly. Question re Heather gray pants…are they the same hcg? Ordered but curious. Thanks for everything!! Pamela in the sunny south.
To further clarify, are dark Heather grey,as in cropped cardigan, heather gray as in new ponte pants, and hcg, that we’re all referring to in posts…the same? Clear as mud right? LOL. Thank you, Pamela in the SS.
Pamela…..absolutely clear as mud…..LOL but be assured they are ALL THE SAME!
Oh Louis! I have been hoping for a light grey whisper knit sweater and at last you did one! Alas but I missed the introduction of it and it sold out. A visit to the vet with my cat had my attention. I did order the black but still long for the grey. I hope that you make other wn pieces in silvery grey. With the arrival of cooler weather I’ve been having fun pairing up my Linea separates, old and new. I shouldn’t say old because your clothing never looks old. I love the new port blazer with the lilac mist funnel neck. Tomorrow I’m expecting the Art Nouveau pendent in gold. It had me at your first blog post of it; l’ve been waiting ever since. You should know that you play an important role in these times, by offering us a respite from from chaos and ugliness. As Keats wrote long ago, “A thing of beauty is a joy forever.” That line came to me when looking at the beautiful photos you posted of Jac in her first modeling days. Thank you.
Gail
please check tomorrow or later tonight for the grey again- I was checking periodically today as they loaded in the colors and sizes and I don’t recall seeing them available in a medium. Maybe they still need to unpack them and you will get lucky
Sarah
All the sizes/colours are loaded now – except the ice gray in medium.
Seka.
Gail….it’s not sold out. They just haven’t finished loading. I have no idea why QVC does it this way. You would think they would finish the whole process for all sizes and colors and then post everything at once instead of this piece meal way.
Gail….there will be more Heather Ice Grey sweaters in Jan. The reorder long cardigan in WK is one of them.
Oh Yum! Love the WK long cardi and know I’ll adore it in Heather Ice Grey! Can you share other new colors that are coming?
RUTHRUTHRUTH….can’t I have any surprises!
If you must, you must…
Wonderful! I have the red long cardigan and when I wear it get compliments and better yet, those sideward glances. Thanks for the info on the sweater. I just checked and you are right. I had decided to try a S since M wasn’t available, now changed it to M.
I’d like to see a WN turtleneck and your faux suede pants in Ice Grey. It’s chilly here today. Time for a shearling lined barn coat for working in the yard!
Louis, My black epaulettes were delivered at 7:30 this evening (we get very late UPS deliveries!). Thank you so much for all your efforts. And, also many thanks to Elaine, Rowena and their team for all their efforts. All the Linea Ladies appreciate everything you do for all of us all the time.
FYI – Whisper Knit Sweater with Pearl trim is Posted on Q!
https://www.qvc.com/Linea-by-Louis-DellOlio-Whisper-Knit-Sweater-with-Pearl-Trim.product.A343560.html
Seka.
Looks like many of the sizes aren’t loaded yet!
Seka.
Seka
Thank you for this notice- it looks like they loaded more sizes so I was able to order my choice
thanks
Sarah
Hi Louis
I just have to share with you. I gave a successful sales presentation today in your Linea Whisper Knit in Dark Heather Gray cropped cardigan as well as the matching tunic with your steel gray ponte slim leg pant from last year. I enjoy monochromatic dressing and they all match beautifully. All I can say what a classy looking flattering slimming outfit. I adorned it with some lovely silver jewelry that I own. The outfit is a great example of classy professional wear without being a suit. Thanks Louis. The outfit was good luck.
I would like to ditto this sentiment and thank you for broadening my fashion sense by dressing in monochromatic outfits. I didn’t really do this before. I have found it to be impactful and powerful. Recently, the following combination got compliments from almost everyone I saw that day at work. It was crazy! Some of the items are sold out but still searchable. The only reason I had to wear a D&Co jacket because I was not quick enough to pick up the wine color A297864 LDO Lamb Leather Jacket with Knit Sleeves which I love btw.
A414834 (merlot) Comfortiva Leather Ankle Booties
A268216 (port) LDO Regular Pull-On Super Ponte Knit Pants
A295878 (port) LDO Whisper Knit Tunic with Side Slits
A282371 (deep burgundy) D&Co Zip Front Faux Leather and Ponte Knit Jacket
J354006 (plum) LDO Multi Row Carnival Necklace
Dear Louis,
I just received the epaulettes for my trench coat. The dye lot matches perfectly! The trench now looks fabulous. Thank you so much!
With warmest regards,
Ruth
Hi Louis
Now that QVC and HSN are merging. Will you be making appearances on HSN as well as QVC?
Hi Louis, I received all my goodies in perfect condition. Trench coats (caramel and red), leather topper (dfg, red and black) and sequin pants and faux suede pants in all colors and many more. Love love love everything… as always everything is well made and very classic. It’s so easy to put everything together and look like you put in a lot of effort in styling, coz you did all the hard work for us haha. Thank you Louis.
I have collected all the scarlet red pieces and was waiting for the red pants but they seem to have gone in seconds .. really disappointed.. I was stalking everyday.. will there be more red pants coming?
Yesterday I wore the magenta short leather jacket with everything grey underneath ( grey mock neck and grey metallic pleated skirt I already had along with the grey linea control top tights). Compliments galore. The jacket was a head turner, men and women wanted to know what exactly the color is called and where I bought it. Some even said it must have cost a fortune haha. The magenta is really stunning , like a rich lipstick shade. It works really well on my yellow undertone tan skin tone.
A style question – I have a few faux leather pants ( black and chocolate brown) and am wondering if leather pants with the leather topper would be ok or too much. Would love to hear from you and how you style them. Thanks.
Are you looking for A298446 (reg) and A298447 (pet)? Plenty of red at 12:45pm et when I posted this.
Thank you Lynn. I am looking for the regular one in size 2. Petite is too short but surprised there are size 2 and 4 still, in petites.
Dear Pratt…..It really could go either way. It really depends how the two leathers look together. I know I like the faux suede pants with the leather, so the faux leather might work as well too. I’d have to see it. Use your best judgement or ask a friend.
Thank you, Louis. I shall play 🙂
ponte slim leg pant is posted in scarlet red and heather gray. bought mine.
Thanks, Justina. I’ve been waiting for these. Bought the new colors and another black. Great pant!
Oh no. I have been looking for those pants everyday and the red ones in my size are already gone 🙁
Are you looking for A298446 (reg) and A298447 (pet)? Plenty of red at 12:45pm when I posted this.
I love those slim leg ponte pants – even better than the boot cut ponte pants. I have purchased mine also.
I’m looking forward to trying these- I purchased all three colors- The 30” inseam should be perfect for me.
I’ve been playing with all my new fall clothes and these will really complete my looks.
Thanks Louis
No Joanne, I believe QVC wants to keep them very separate and to not cross over brands. If they did there wouldn’t be much reason for the two channels.
Louis,
I’ve been collecting “smooth” black velvet pieces, including your “vintage” black velvet pants. The skirt will be my first crushed velvet item. I’m looking forward to the crushed velvet top you sneak peeked with the pearl necklace. What do you think of mixing and matching the smooth velvet and the crushed velvet pieces?
Thanks!
Dear Chris….anything can work if it looks right. I would certainly prefer a smooth velvet pant with the crushed velvet top. Having crushed velvet top and pants could look too much, but even that I’d have to see……never say never.
Louis, far too many ladies have either received the wrong size or color and some have received blenders instead of apparel even though the invoice is listed correctly. When the incorrect item is sent back with the correct invoice, will this be charged against you as a return? Cat
hi
black and pearl earrings are posted
https://www.qvc.com/Linea-by-Louis-DellOlio-Crystal-%26-Simulated-Pearl-Earrings.product.J387787.html?sc=PSCH
I ordered mine!!!
Rowena just emailed me that my 2 epaulettes where shipped. thank you so very and please thank everyone who helped make this possible. I can not even imagine anyone else going to the trouble for their customers. I can not tell how much this means to me. thank you so very much for everything you do for all of us.
Dear Louis, I have been so fortunate to receive every item I ordered even though items were either waitlisted or backordered. I finally received the Black trench coat @ 11:15 this AM. It appeared to be a return as it was in a plastic bag inside a Q wht. plastic bag with orange Q letters. I didn’t care paying full price, I was so happy to finally receive it as I have both suits in Mushroom & Black. Tried the coat on & went back to the bag for the belt…No belt! I’m beyond upset! Somewhere there is a size 18 Black trench coat belt floating around. Is there any suggestion as to how to try & get the matching belt? I’m not sending the coat back as I’ll never see another! I’d appreciate any suggestions. Thank you!
Sorry, forgot to add that my email is not working….I guess this is the only place to receive a response if there is one. Thank you so much! Going back to order the Tuxedo jacket!