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Hi Louis:
Did you hear my screams of Glee yesterday upon the arrival of my Black/White Striped Dress! Love it, love it, ADORE it! The chevron stripes are so flattering and the fit is perfection. Plan to wear for my Monday morning business meeting in San Diego with my Nacozari & Sleeping Beauty Turquoise gallery pieces – looks FAB together. Also, packed A215190 in both the Almond & Minty Green (with the Espresso Butterfly Cardi) – a summer favorite that I transition into Fall with your Cashmere/Silk Tnecks! May I suggest you resurrect this shirtdress in your faux linen herringbone fabric & not change a single aspect of the design? Love wearing as a dress to show off the leggs that GOD gave me (& Mother). Gotta have pockets.
You’re my No.1 designer & I’m a big fan of Eva Franco (Indie designer based out of LA) – Collect her cotton dresses that she designs in amazing prints. My Mr. Handsome surprised me with her “Odessa” maxi from her 2013 Resort Collection to take on our trip to Costa Rica. He said it was to make up for the Linea Navy pearls that went missing (soldout) from my Bday package – He’s So sweet! And he knows how much I love your sunburst pleated skirt – this maxi has the same pleating – it’s a dynamite print & the pleating makes it all the more special. Thought you might enjoy taking a look @ her recent collection.
Have a wonderful Day!
http://www.evafranco.com/collections
http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/change-of-greenery-dress
My apologies Louis….Recently upgraded to Win8….copied the dress link by mistake…..could not delete this unwanted post.
So glad you are happy with the stripe dress…..what shirt dress are you referring to? The navy pearls re coming back, so your “Mr Handsome” will have another chance to make you happy!. Thanks for the heads up on Eva Franco. I had never heard of her, but there are many designers out there doing a great job that we never hear of. I see she’s in black and white stripes too.
http://www.qvc.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?partNumber=A215190&storeId=10251&sc=A215190-ISRC&langId=-1&catalogId=10151&keyword=A215190&ddkey=http:CatalogSearch
Louis – realize this fantastic dress is just NOW being zapped from your line, but it’s a such a great silhouette hence my request to reproduce in your faux linen herringbone. I stand 5’5″ plus a shy of a half & this dress (tunic on TALL models) hits me @ approx. 2-3″ above knee – prefect length for summer & sandels or tights for Fall wear! I keep turning my likes to the most simpliest of designs – life seems less complicated by all means…..Thank you. Off to catch the RedEye to Seattle.
Pamela….I really don’t know which item you are talking about….please give me the A#
Mr. Dell ‘Olio:
My wife Pamela’s Ipad was stolen upon her arrival this AM in Seattle. Here is the info you requested
A215190
Pamela is tenacious & passionate about most things in life.
Sorry to hear about her Ipad. That happen to me on a flight from LA to NYC. Tenacious……….NO…..you think so????!!!! LOL
Louis, I ordered the black and ivory striped dress because I just loved it…… it came yesterday and in trying it on today, I am probably only going to wear it with the black blazer……. Just because at my age and figure it is more flattering. When I look at it that way, I feel the skirt should be more pegged or tapered in to give a more narrow silhouette with the jacket. This is something I could do as sewing is my talent….(I used to make everything). What would you think of that alteration?????
I think pegging the skirt would be a great idea!!!!! We already pegged it some what but were afraid to go any further. The more extreme we make things the higher the returns, but I think that would be perfect. There are also many ways to accessorize the dress due to the fact that it is black and ivory so you can get mileage out of it…………..gold silver, gunmetal, red, turquoise, amber, coral, lime, green, hot pink….. are just a few of the colors you can wear. As or jackets, don’t limit yourself to a black blazer. any color will look good, just repeat the color with the accessories or scarves. Take another look at the sneak peek of that dress and you can see three different looks for a cover up. The black gray stripe cardigan also looks great over the black and white dress with silver or gunmetal accessories…..just to have more alternatives…….and you’re not to old…..I don’t want to hear that!
Thanks Louis, I will baste it first to make sure I can walk……..
I’m thinking about getting the Herringbone Blazer in stone and am wondering which skirts would you pair with it.
The taupe boho looks really good with it
Hi Louis – just got the v-neck stripe top and long striped skirt in indigo. Love them both and will probably wear them as separates. The cap sleeves on the top are terrific – and I love the matching v-neck back and front. I tried it with boyfriend jeans, high wedge espadrilles and your ivory blazer from the last show. Pushed up the sleeves, gave the collar a tiny “pop” – what a really great “I just threw this on” look!
I ordered the new navy sweater with lace to wear with the striped skirt – loved that styling in your sneak peak. These are really fantastic separates – please bring us more like these, if you can!
I love the way you put these pieces together!
Thank you!
sounds perfect!
Dear Louis,
I love Turquoise as an accent color, and was wondering if you’d be offering the pretty long turquoise beads shown in your April Sneak Peek #5 from April 4, 2012? These beads are so simple and pretty. I love the way they look with purple, but they would also complement lots of other colors I wear.
No Mary…..they are from my private collection…….but you never know
Dear Louis,
I purchased the tobacco phoenix print top and pants and should receive them sometime next week – I can hardly wait. I also want to order the tangerine WK tank when it is available – please let us know when. My question is will the tangerine top look good with white pants and the fish jewelry?
Thanks and hi to Jac,
Dariann
They are all perfect together. I have a sneak peek coming of the nectarine classic cardigan with the crepe pant in ivory and he fish jewelry. [I think it’s called NECTARINE…….I know I have called it tangerine too…..I get so confused with these color names, but there is only one ORANGE color avail anyway]. The WK are due mid April.
Hi, Louis. Are the Pebble Crepe pants (either full length or the crop) going to come back? I am living in the Pebble Crepe here in South Africa—I brought two tunics with me (Navy and Black)and three pants (White, Purple and the Black crops). I live in them on the weekends and I wash them by hand in Woolite in the hotel sink and hang to dry with no pressing needed whatsoever–couldn’t be easier. I’m also wearing the Ikat print tiered skirt in the Black print color combo with the Black or Sand Whisper Knit tank and some great beaded necklaces—another perfect weekend outfit—made for Africa! I just ordered the Chili Pepper Pebble Crepe tunic which just popped back in my Size Medium. I’d love to see the Crop Pants in Chili Pepper, as well as Navy Pebble Crepe Crops (which are ankle pants on me). The fabric is a dream!
Dear Sheesh,
I will start working on Spring 2014 shortly and will definitely sketch some pebble crepe bottoms. Are you coming home soon.? Have you found any wonderful African jewelry?
Louis, I found a local African Market with fantastic huge long beads—almost too big for me and my 5″4″ frame—but perfect for Jac! I’ll be happy to bring some back and send them on to CT from Longmeadow, MA. We can figure out how to do that when I get back.
All the best.
Sheesh
Are you absolutely sure they are too big for you!!! I don’t want you to go to any trouble!
Okay, I can’t even believe I’m saying this, but I just love the phoenix cropped pants. Printed crop pants? Who knew! I tried on the blue colorway with super high wedges, rolled them up a bit to make them even more French girl at the beach, tossed on a cap-sleeve white t and WOW. These pants are super chic and look like they cost 300 bucks.
Since we’re not likely to have a matching scarf (insert image of me stamping my little Manolos in a fit of pique), I did buy a 3X blouse and it will make a lovely large square.
As usual, LDO, you were right. Sigh.
Kate….I hate to say it but…..I TOLD YOU SO………….I don’t know what is so scary about printed shorts, Capris, crops or slim pants. They are really fun in the right prints.
Hi Louis and Jacq…Eagerly awaiting my orders. Great show. Missed the jean
jacket and would like to know if it will be back this year. Thanks
Dear Connie, we are already producing Fall, so it would be impossible to bring any spring/summer items back this year.
Dear Connie, once it is sold out for the season , that’s it. Unless there are returns, it will be back next year, if it gets reordered.
Hi Louis
Item A223654 Linea by Louis Dell’Olio 3/4 Sleeve Tie Dye Print Cardigan has been listed with a new color way of Tan/Peach. It is available for order now so I was hoping you would do a sneak peak of the new colorway.
Thanks
LauraL
Dear Laura….i will post this week end. They are releasing these things very early considering my shows aren’t until April 3rd and April 18th……but that’s a good thing.
It’s coming!
Thank you
Saw the pictures. Love the new colorway
Laura
Hi Louis,
Do you have your show dates for May and June yet??? Thank you.
Carol
Dear Carol…..my dates so far are:
April 3rd at 4:00PM, and April 18th at 11:00PM….I may have another appearance on the 19th for one or two new items, but it’s not confirmed
May 14th at 1:00 PM and 7:00PM
June10th 4:00pm and June 11th at 6:00am
These are the dates and times I have but they can change.
Thanks, Louis! Now I can plan my schedule around your shows.
Carol
Hello Louis
I just wanted to inform you that I ordered 2 fish necklaces around 2am on the day of the show. Well I am being informed that they are on backorder. I cannot believe this. I know it is not in your hands however i thought i would let you know. I wish QVC would handle the accounts better. Its always a hit or miss on whether or not I will get your items.
Hi Louis,
Nikki’s experience is not isolated. I also ordered my fish pendant at midnight. The order status remained at In Process until Thursday when it changed to Back Order. Luckily, I had ordered a second fish pendant on Monday during your show (loved the look of the two pendants together) and that fish pendant has shipped. Customer Service has nothing to say except this very rarely happens (not true). There is definitely something wrong with QVC’s order fulfillment process. In any event, I thought you should know what happens when your customers try to order your items. We all know this is not in your hands but it is all very frustrating.
Jane
I have forwarded your note and nikki’s note to my jewelry rep at QVC. She works for my jewelry company. There isn’t much she can do, but it’s good that she is aware.
Thank you, Louis.
I am disappointed that I did not get the fish necklace. I do realize that there are many new things to come. It is what it is.
That also happened to me with a small black bolero shrug. I am very disappointed.
Kate In Calgary
Hi Louis, Well, I’m back fishing again! I am completely knocked out of my chair over the fish pendant and earrings. In my reviews, I’ve made a request for the Q to bring them back in both the gold and the silvertone as well since I must have it. I also posted in the forum that the Q must bring back the pendant in both colortones and so I am here, humbly asking you to put that silvertone fish in front of them again so it can be considered an addition to the reorder of the smashing sellout of the goldtone fish pendant. My line is patiently in the water waiting and I know, the Q works in mysterious ways unknown to the rest of the retail world. sigh Thanks for all you do for us!
Love Pecan Cookies…..you don’t see them much anymore, of course I’m not allowed in the cookie isle so I really don’t know what’s there! The fish were never in silver. I know some thought, from the photos, there was a silver fish, but that was just the flash. None the less, if the pendant gets reordered, and I don’t see any reason it isn’t……unless there are mass returns, I will mention to my buyer the requests for the fish in silver…..no promises.
Hi Louis,
I missed out on your new jean jacket and I was wondering if we have to wait a whole year for it to come back in stock?
I love the flirty new shirt you previewed with the ruffle at bottom. Looks short enough for me! Can you tell me the length and colors it will come in?
thank you.
Skirt, not shirt! sorry
Dear Dee………the skirt is a high/low skirt meaning the back is slightly longer. The front ,from just below the elastic pull-on waist band measures approx. 23 inches and the back is approx 24 1/2 inches. Of course it can be made a little longer or shorter depending on where you place the waist band on your body. The colors are BROWN/TOBACCO, BLACK/TURQUOISE and PURPLE/RED. This skirt will be on my JUNE SHOW.
perfect!
Hi Dee, what item was being shown when the new ruffle high-low skirt was being previewed—I’d like to watch the video if there is one. Thanks.
There is no preview or video yet. I showed the skirt [brown and tobacco] in my sneak peek of the flecked tank in caramel. The skirt also works with the tobacco tank and shrug. The skirt will be sold in June.
Dear Louis,
I received my Indigo Mitered Stripe Skirt and matching Top today, and I LOVE this set, individually and together! This fabric is lovely, skims the body generously without cling, and had the most lovely floaty drape at the hem, which for me at 5’2″ comes right to my ankles … I will shorten to mid-calf so I don’t trip over the dog LOL. Looks great with the Indigo or White jean jacket of course, also other navy and white pieces; can’t wait to put it with the new Navy embroidered sweater coming in April. Pleasant surprise, due to the yarn mix of indigo and white; the skirt also looks great with a pale silvery pearl grey top; the colors look very cool and rich together. Love the Mitered top too!
Oh, and you along with everyone else was right, of course … the Georgette Shirt and Tank in Espresso and Chili Pepper are beautiful; hubby really likes those 🙂
THANKS, Cathy in PA
Hi Louis, I was wondering if you can tell me the color of the lace embroidery on the ivory short sleeve sweater. I saw the picture of the navy, is it white or ivory? I want to order them but would like the lace color.
Thanks
Debbie
Dear Debbie…the ivory has black lace and the navy has off white lace.
Mr. Louis:
I recently saw your 100% fully lined, linen jacket on the QVC site (#A9402)
and loved it! The red one was shown, but only the wheat one was available, but I ordered it anyway. However, can you say if this jacket will be available again on QVC in the color red? Could not find it on this site either.
Thanks for your response!
Dear Brenda……….. that is a discontinued style and will not be coming back.
Oh, I am sad about that, but thank you for your response!! I’ll keep watching for something new!!
Oh Louis, Thanks so much, your show was great. I ordered the fish the moment it became available 12:01 I believe, and the striped dress 232510. Then I saw the presentation and saw the gauze jacket 230028, and ordered it! (and the Bird of Paradise too), and I am just sitting here in Seattle waiting on pins and needles. So now my question is, does the cobalt blue in the gauze jacket go with the blue in the striped dress?
Best of everything to you dear Louis,
Karen
Louis…… I just want to complement you on a great show and your professionalism…….. so much effort on your part is obvious compared to the other designers……… and as I am awaiting my purchases, I just want to tell you how much I like your ivory color……… so many other places, ivory has a yellowish tinge and is not good on me with my golden skin. Your ivory is perfection……. never change it…… Thanks so much for your time and effort.
1. My angled stripe dress arrived and it is fantastic, especially with the matching sweater. I look like I lost about 10 lbs over night. know I will wear this often.
2. Fish pendant arrived (still waiting for other pieces) and the scale (sic) is awesome. So big, bold, and fun. I’m going to try it on a cord I already own that’s made from a length of rope. Hope this is reordered because its a Linea must have.
3. When I saw them available, it took me all of :30 seconds to order the lace embroidered sweater in both navy and ivory. I think of all your cardi, this is my favorite.
When will we start seeing sneaks for April?
So glad you liked the stripe dress. It looks very simple but it took a lot of work and fittings to get to the final result. I have to say that I’m very surprised the black and ivory is the color combo that sold out. I would have thought most women would have gone with the black and blue or black and grey which are definitely safer, but still beautiful. Didn’t the fish pendant turn out great! I was very pleased and i know you will love the earrings and bracelet just as much. When I did them at AK I had ‘Chain belts made only out of the fish. So it was one fish linked to the next all the way around. They were in the pendant size and the earring fish size………….I showed them on little skimmer mini dresses in cotton interlock with thick fishnet see through backs. I did tell you I have a little sleeveless lace dress coming for April that the white/black and black/beige cardis are going to be wonderful with…..and the new lace jacket in the black. I won’t be showing the April Sneak peeks for a couple of weeks.I think I should at least wait for everyone to receive what they ordered in March. However I will give early sneak peeks for some of the reorder styles that are now avail to order so everyone can SEE what the new colors look like. One is coming shortly.
Hi, Louis! Your sneak of the lace dress can’t some soon enough for me! Looks like our son and my “almost” will be tying the knot (finally!) in August in Mendocino :-D!!! And of course I am already thinking about what to wear.
Barbara, the lace just may be the ticket. The bamboo/black combo looks stunning with the reorder black and linen lac jacket. The color combination is very Chanel as in her beige spectator pump with the black toe, but by August there will be a few choices. Is that near wine country?
Hey Louis
Wow! Are you ever having ANOTHER storm! ! Relentless !! HANG ON.!!
In sneek peek #6 for March, you show what looks to be a beautiful lime sweater?set.
Did I understand it right that this will be in July?
LOVE the lime color.!!
Anything else in the make that is lime??!
Shari
Dear Shari……..thre lime sweater set 9is part of my new WL “on line only” sweater group. That means they will only be sold on line. They will not be sold on any show, though I may show them on a model with other things I may be selling. There will be 6 styles in 6 colors, lime being one of them. So therew ill be 6 styles in lime. I will have some other things that the lime will work with, but for me it’s just a great accent that can be worn with almost any solid color.
Hi Louis and Jac! I loved your shows and after seeing the models in your pieces bought more than I had planned 🙂
Will the coming WKs in aqua go well with the turquoise tile skirt A223656? Or what color would you suggest?
Do you have an opinion as to whether the bride should be the only one in white at the wedding? I have your ivory and bamboo pleated skirts and am thinking a dressy top and perhaps a jacket in a soft or maybe even a brighter color would be good, or perhaps with the boho that’s coming. I haven’t been in a pencil skirt in years and don’t think I’d be comfortable. My daughter says I can wear whatever I like, but I don’t want to break some color rule 🙂 Thank you!
Dear Becky…….the aqua looks great with the tile print. It is not an exact match but blends beautifully. I also can recommend hot pink, lime and black which all work……….I have seen weddings where the entire wedding party is all white, but not the mother of the bride. It would help me a great deal if I knew what time of year, day or night and what size you are because then I could suggest more things. Do you wear sleeveless ……do you wear dresses?? I think the boho might be too casual for the MOB unless it’s a very casual wedding. I think the pleated skirt is a good start, but I have some other ideas….I just need a little more guidance from you
Dear Louis, Thank you for your consideration and time! The afternoon wedding will be the last of June in central France. My daughter’s dress is a soft Grecian style- simple and elegant – that will go easily from the rustic town hall to the small castle for the reception and weekend. The wedding party is small but the guest list is large. They want everyone to be relaxed and at ease especially since their French and American families haven’t met. I don’t want to be too casual though for such a special occasion 🙂
I wear a size 12 accept I need a 14 in a fitted bottom. Your pleated and pull on skirts are still a 12. Sleeveless is great but not a low neck. I’m more comfortable in 2 pieces but a dress might be good if the skirt is roomy and again – the neck isn’t low.
Thank you again and again for this and all you do!
Dear Becky…………..If you would consider mixing the bamboo with black which is very Chanel I would suggest the bamboo pleated skirt with a black tank, silk or knit and the reorder of the lace jacket, A223652 in the new black lace with the natural linen trims. It looks very chic and very pulled together without being too much. I also think it will look special enough for the MOB. A pair of black patent leather sling backs and some long ivory pears and an earring ring will finish it off beautifully. I was also thinking if a bamboo lace dress lined in the black tricot and piped in black with the black lace jacket. They are totally different laces but look fantastic together…….the only problem is it is a sheath dress. It does have a high Sabrina neckline and is stretch, but the skirt is more of a pencil. I don’t really have many dressy things. Another suggestion would be the white pleated skirt with either the Ponte knit TSV jacketA219824 in the ivory or navy…….it can be a very spectator look. Both have the gold buttons and you could wear anything under the jackets….color wise….then accessorize with lots of gold. It’s a very pretty jacket and the slight peplum in the back makes it just a little dressy for the occasion. I will have an assortment of WK sweaters you could wear under the lace or WK jackets in navy, black and color………..let me know if this is the right direction or did you have something else in mind…..we can discuss.
Oh MY, My, My! I’m thrilled! I already have the ivory skirt and the TSV Ponte Knit jacket in navy and that works beautifully! I’ll be ordering the WKs also! I’m a gold girl, so jewelry is here. AND, I looked at the A223652 lace jacket and will keep an eagle eye out for a reorder opportunity – also already have the bamboo skirt! Now my challenge is WHICH 🙂 THANK YOU SO MUCH, LOUIS!
Dear Becky………..Glad to be of help….if you need anything else don’t hesitate!
Hi Louis, I hope the snow storm is not coming your way because this is just like the last storm. I was wondering if the poet shirt will be reordered in new colors? It is the perfect top for us big girls. I have doubles in all colors in two sizes but I was thinking how nice black and all pastels would look, even yellow .
Dear Sharon, it’s way too early to know if it will be reordered. It only did fair so it will really depend on how the returns are, but I really don’t know. It will be months before I know for sure.
I am so sorry to have mised out on the bolero shrug. Because it wasn’t featured on your program, I thought I would have time to order it. But no, your Linea ladies swoop. Please reorder it.
The striped skirt, which I did snag, looks a lot like the Sella McCartney skirt featured in today’s Times.
I have to have your fish necklace!!!! Where can I get it?
Dear Rosaura, I am afraid it is sold out and it is exclusive to QVC, So the only way to get one at this point is a return.
Just wanted to add to keep watching Rosaura; necklaces have been popping in and out of stock all day; several of the ladies have been able to capture a fish; you might too 🙂
Cathy in PA
Louis, have you decided yet how you will run the flag up the pole when the WK pieces post online? Will you, for example, post on the Lina community board, or trumpet out that an announcement is coming and ask ladies to take it back to the boards there? Or should we just watch in the general direction of your Connecticut digs for a flare in the night sky 😉 ? Thank you for the recent Linea treasures I was able to add to my already heavily Linea wardrobe. Great shows!
I will definitely do a sneak peek of each style, and show all the colors. When they are officially posted on the site depends on who sees it first. If I get a heads up from the buying team, I will let you all know on my Web Site…..but very likely one of you sees them posted before I even know about it, and then I’m sure the news will spread like wild fire!
Louis,
I ordered the tobacco print pants, would you pair the navy poet shirt with it? You said on air that it has some navy in it. Just was not sure? Thanks for your input
The tobacco does not have any navy….it has two brighter blues in the print, but the vines are black. I don’t think navy would be the best choice with the predominance of black.
Hi Louis,
As usual, I so enjoyed your appearances on QVC yesterday. I was one of the lucky ones fortunate to order your suite of fish jewelry. I’ve been wanting those since you first showed them. Can’t wait for them to arrive. I’ve also been enjoying the TSV jacket (in 3 colors) and the denim jackets and skirts in indigo and white. I hope the Whisper Knit elbow length sweaters that match the TSV jackets make a return. They are perfection!
Question: Yesterday you showed green (malachite?) necklaces with the poet shirt. Will we be able to order those in the future????
Thanks again for the wonderful clothes that you design. You are so appreciated!
Carol
Dear Carol…….I can’t say yes…………but I can’t say no either……….I know it’s all very mysterious……….they may or may not be on the horizon….that’s all I can say for now.
Thanks, Louis. I’ll be watching for them. Again, great shows! Thank you.
Carol
Dear Louis and Jac,
Loved yesterday’s shows; congratulations! Anxiously awaiting my new treats, especially the Indigo Mitered Stripe Set and my first Georgette Shirt and Tank sets; one in Espresso and one in … CHILI PEPPER, of course LOL 🙂 Can’t wait to see what you come up with for April, along with (I think?) the Navy Lace Embroidered Sweater and maybe the Black Lace & Linen Cardigan arrival …
Oh, I tried out my new denim jackets this past weekend on our trip to Philadelphia Flower Show. The Indigo one, matched up with various pants and tops and scarves, was PERFECT for hotel arrivals, “running around chasing grandson” and car travel. The yellow jacket, paired with khaki pants, a white lace trimmed T, and a silk scarf in khaki splashed with yellow, red and orange orchid blossoms and green leaves was JUST right for the show itself. You never can tell if it’s going to be too hot or cold in Convention Hall; depends on the crowds or lack of … often it’s both too hot and too cold in different areas. A jacket is a must, therefor, but not a heavy jacket … Yellow Denim … PRICELESS.
THANKS and CONGRATULATIONS to you both … Cathy in PA
Louis,
I really enjoyed the shows yesterday, ordered 2 fish necklaces and earrings. I would love to see you do an hour jewelry show. If i can put an item for request, I missed out on the black and gold bead necklace. It was a beauty. Can you do something similar soon or even consider bringing the old one back. It was really striking and real statement piece.
Dear Niki…..if QVC hasn’t reordered it by now….it’s not coming back……however….I have many wonderful thinks planned for fall and I know you will love many pieces.
Speaking of a one hour jewelry show – I have some requests!
* I love my gold, silver and gunmetal demi-hoop earrings. Could you add rose gold?
* Some of your very first pieces are my go-to favorites. I’d love to see the gold ball necklace in different metals/colors. It is such a stunner on the neckline.
* Could you bring us another gunmetal and rosetone watch with no Nickel?
* Yesterday Jac had a pair of long black triangular earrings that just looked fantastic coordinated with black and ivory. Can you add these to your list of goodies?
Fantastic show yesterday! Thank you, Louis and Jac!
Dear Susan………………..If the demi hoops get reordered, I will suggest rose gold. The ball necklace won’t be reordered and I agree it is a beauty. Look at it this way…..you are one of the very few women in America who own it and i DO MEAN few! The love know necklaces, both lengths have been reordered and rose gold has been added. I’m working on watches for next fall…..so those colors will definitely be considered, however with the open to buy Gold and silver are always the priority. The triangular earring are vintage Cara Cronniger, a wonderful jewelry designer. They are about 19 years old, and she made a whole collection for one of my Anne Klein Shows….it had an AFRICAN theme. The are impossible to reproduce. They are hand made………heated resin and hand bent into that shape. Also, QVC doesn’t like earrings that big……I can understand why…..many women can’t carry them.
Louis, you told the women to get their fishing poles and start fishing and now there are no more left so now the lake is empty. How many did they order and are there more coming. I think it would funny just wearing the earring alone. Good show wish it would have lasted longer. Now we will get ready for two shows in April and then there are the new whisper knits in wonderful colors. Expecting new snow storm late today and a lot of shoveling TOMMORROW . Then it heads your way.
Dear Sharon…..I really don’t know how many pendants they ordered, but they will wait and see what the returns are before reordering them. I would think the returns would be low, because the pendant look exactly how it appeared on TV and my sneak peeks….only better. However, I don’t agree with you bout wearing the earrings on their own. I think they are real conversation getters and would mix well with all kinds of gold chains around the neck…..or just worn with the fish bone bracelets. Some even think it’s too much to have the pendant and the earrings worn at the same time…….however, I am not in that camp. Again, the earrings are statement enough, and because they are made and executed so well, look very expensive, and certainly UNIQUE!
Dear Louis,
Would you suggest going up a size in the “phoenix” shirt that you aired yesterday? There is still time for me to get the correct size. Does this shirt fit like the “Kate,” or is it similar to another shirt?
(I enjoyed watching your shows, which I recorded.)
I think they are about the same size. What ever you got in the Kate,…….. would feel safe telling you to get the same size.
Hi Louis:
Home early today – just watched your taped 1pm show – seems everyone was enjoying the moment, including me! Just knew that Black/White dress was a MUST with the gauze cardi! Business takes me to San Diego this week affording opportunity for wear of some of my new Spring Linea – it’s still skiing weather here, but our days have been somewhat sunny & definitely getting longer.
Look forward to April & the ‘fiesta’ WK’s! Great show – thank you.
p.s. I predict a Jewelry One-Hour Show in your near future. The planets are aligning in all our favor……
Wouldn’t a jewelry show be a thrill? To get actual close-ups of the jewelry on live humans would be very helpful.
I’m still puzzling as to why there isn’t a one-hour Whisper Knit show with all the new, and so hotly anticipated, things coming!
Hopefully, after shows like yesterday’s blow out, we will continue to have more scheduled opportunities to give more of out $$$ to the Q.
Dear Kate…..I would LOVE to have a jewelry show so I would be able to REALLY show you why the jewelry is so special……things I can’t get to when we fleetingly flash it on the models. Fall is going to be fantastic if everything comes out as I have planned. Start lobbying now. I think a one hour WK show would blow out, but they would never do it. The “on line only” is a good way to sell the WK because it become a separate business and doesn’t eat into my air time…..so I can bring in other items………..but a jewelry show would introduce the jewelry to women who don’t even know I do jewelry!
Well then, I shall have to lead the charge. Considering the love knots, hanging crosses, and yesterday’s catch of the day all sold within days, if not hours, of listing I think I can make a case! While I don’t get why a one hour whisper knit would be a no go, I trust you are correct. However, as a veteran of windmill tilting, I think I might try to start a ground swell for that programming too (thinking 2014).
If anyone can do it…………..you can.
Thumbs up on the shows for March! You make it so hard to be “prudent.” I do hope the fish are reordered. The pendant is already gone! I would love to wear a silver and a gold fish necklace together.
Louis, you’re so good on TV. A real pleasure to watch. You made me laugh when you said the photographer should have looked at the tag on the chevron skirt. Seriously, how hard could it be to photograph a pull on skirt?
crdlb
Wonderful shows, as always Louis, I enjoyed them very much and am looking forward to receiving the itmes I ordered. I think both Rachael and Amy did well as hosts, but I especially enjoyed the interaction between you and Amy. Have safe travles home. I am already relishing the April shows. Since May is your anniversary month, will it be a huge show? Thanks for all you do for the “Linea Ladies”.
Louis
Went to Q.com and was going to order the fish jewelry. After rechecking YOUR description, I was really diappointed that it comes only in goldtone. That’s
hard to wear if you have silver/white hair and silver glasses.
Will you at anytime, soon, be doing the “FISH” jewelry in silvertone?? PLEASE DO!??
I would really love to have them too, but, goldtone doesn’t work on me.
Shari
Dear Shari, at this time there is no plan to do the fish in silver, but if they ever get reordered, I will suggest it.
Thank you Canadian Linea ladies, Kate and Seka for the positive reviews of your experience with drop shipping your QVC orders to my house in the USA. Just a reminder you Canadian ladies, there is still time to get prepared for tomorrows shows and get your Linea fix. How can you resist that wonderful gold FISH ensemble or the Shrugs or the Phoenix set in those 3 great coordinating colors or the Print Dresses or the…….? Here is my direct email, lorencastleman@yahoo.com. Again, there is no charge for this service except the shipping to your house from mine and whatever duty is charged at your end. I just want to make sure there is Linea for years to come! Happy shopping.
Thank you so dearly, Loren-this is an amazing gift that you are giving us and I thank my lucky stars that I have not been deprived of ordering Louis’ fabulous designs now that I have had a taste of them-my thirst is unquenchable. I can hardly wait to meet you in person! I highly recommend that others take advantage of your generous offer to help Canadians purchase Linea since QVC decided not to ship to Canada any longer. Loren is very trustworthy and an utter pleasure to correspond with and I am so happy and delighted that she is doing this service. Thank you, dear Loren!
Kate in Calgary
Hi Louis,
I need your advice. I bought the navy TSV jacket and love it, was planning on wearing it casual. I need to dress it up for court and the navy pants in my size are sold out. What other color pants can I wear with the navy jacket and Kate shirt for a court appearance?
thank you.
Dear Dee…………… it would be easier to answer if I knew what color pants you already own, but other than the matching navy, you can wear charcoal grey or med. grey, camel, taupe, chino, and if you feel comfortable, winter white as in my crepe pant. If you have a skirt, boot length or short, that would work too with tights and either heels or boots. Let me know if you need more help.
Thank u Louis,
that helps. Im more of casual person, so the only dress pants I own are black and dark brown. I do have a few pairs of chinos, one in taupe, I didnt think of that. Do you think that would be dressy enough for court? otherwise, I ll buy something in one of the colors you suggested. thanks for your help!
Dee……..it depends on what you are going to court for. If you are going for a speeding ticket, chinos are fine…..if it’s something more serious and you want to0 be taken seriously then you should be in a dressier pant. If the taupe are a crepe or gaberdine type, that should be fine…..either with the white or blue Kate shirt.
Louis,
Im going to divorce court so maybe I dont want to look too good so the judge feels sorry for me! LOL! Just kidding! Thanks for your help.
If your going to go to Divorce Court you need to look awful no makeup and old clothes. That’s what lawyer told me when I got Divorced.
LOL
Bonjour Louis!
Last night at dinner the waiter asked us to identify the herb in our grapefruit sorbet palate cleanser (we were celebrating a belated birthday at our favorite restaurant in Northern Virginia — L’Auberge Chez Francois). We failed to identify the herb, but when the waiter said TARRAGON, all I could do was think of you and my lovely Linea WK pants and sweaters . . . in TARRAGON!
Looking forward to your shows tomorrow.
All the best,
TourEiffel
Hi louis,
I am looking forward to Monday. I was hoping for more whisper knits too. Are there going to be any new whisper knits in March other than the shrug?
Thank you
Pat
Dear Pat…..there aren’t any other WK sweaters on the show. In mid April the “on line only” WK program will be posted. You will be able to pick from 6 different styles in 6 different colors…..that’s 36 sweaters. I think that should hold you over for a while…LOL
Hello Louis:
I collect the WK Tnecks along with the knit pencil skirts. May have missed it, but sure would love to see the skirt (A09484) in Aubergine offered come Fall (reorder timing)?.
Never know the appropriate time to ask off-season ?’s.
TIA
Have a wonderful weekend.
I don’t think this skirt is being reordered this year due to large inventor, but if they do decide to reorder it and add a new color….Aubergine WILL be the color.
That’s a fantastic skirt-I have it in nearly every colour and find it amazingly flattering and comfortable despite me not being a skinny-minny.
Kate in Calgary
That skirt in that color is my MISSING link!
signed, Very Hopeful
I would buy it in aubergine in a heartbeat, thanks to our kind Loren, who helps Canadians get their Linea fix. Thank you so dearly, Loren-you are an angel!
Kate In Calgary
Louis,
What would you suggest wearing with the violet boho? It is such a beautiful color and fun style. The weight and style of the skirt is going to be perfect for a couple of warm vacations that I have coming up in the near future.
Dear Cory………I love the violet boho with come of my new Whisper knit sweaters doming mid April. There are two sleeveless styles and two short sleeve styles plus two different types of cardigans, for a sweater set look or take the classic cardigan and tie it your your shoulders. I love all of the FIESTA colors, LIME, HOT PINK, AQUA, and TANGERINE, with the violet. You can wear a metallic sandal with all of them and coordinate some earrings , necklaces and or bracelets to bring the colors together. I think it is so much more fun then wearing a basic white T, though that would work too…..just less adventuress….especially on vacation. My new HAMMERED LINK and BEAD NECKLACES work beautifully with all of the fiesta colors and you can wear the brass tone and gold tone necklaces together, for a real fun vacation look. Wear them doubled for a very full look or handing long……Of course any type of “peasant top” would look great too.
Thank you, Louis. I wanted to go beyond the basic white T, but I was afraid. You have greatly inspired me. I have ordered all three of your hammered link bead necklaces. I can’t wait for tomorrow’s show. Thanks!!
Cory
Louis, posted this question under one of the sneak peeks but know you have a busy, busy man with a show coming up on Monday. Please forgive for posting it again and disregard this if you already saw the other post.
Here’s the question: Would you absolutely not wear anything under the georgette safari shirt that had any kind of sleeve on it? I do realize it comes with a tank.
Dear Louis:
Just a note to thank you for the “heads up” and “sneak peeks” that you give us. You are such a true gentleman, not to mention a designer from the heavens! Thanks again for all you do. Will be watching on Monday for sure!
JV LI
Louis, You’re the “best” for keeping us updated on all of this information and when and “IF” items will be featured. I am checking for the shrugs everyday. I realize they probably won’t show up until Sunday PM at the earliest, but I certainly don’t want to miss out. ONE LAST REQUEST: Can you PLEASE tell me about the gold woven belt in your Sneak Peak #8 that is shown with the white crinkle shirt and the white boho skirt? I’m salivating over it!!!
E-bay…..”womens belts” or you can look under a specific designer like “Ralph Lauren belts”. It’s hit or miss, but most of the belts I show are from e-bay. The gold one was under $10 with shipping!
I feel very fortunate. I checked the website regularly and was probably one of the first to order when they finally came up by item # Sunday evening. (9PM Pacific time). I was able to get the tobacco and the black shrugs, the tobacco phoenix print pants, the new skirt and sleeveless striped top in Espresso AND Navy, the straw print skirt to coordinate with the tobacco tank and shrug and the fish necklace and earrings. I already bought the Espresso and White crinkle shirt and the new gold jeweled necklace. I am now going to be watching for the deliveries!! So much anticipation and so much to thank you for Louis. I am so fortunate to have found you. I rarely need to go to the Mall and experience that disappointment anymore. I am saving so much time and money!! And I can now replace so many of my old worn wardrobe.
Dear Louis,
When will the white boho be in the system? I can’t find it.
Thanks,
Dariann
Dear Dariann…….the reason you can’t find it, is because it’s not due until the May show………..so they have not received it yet. Sometimes they post reorder colors early…..I have no real answer……..but it is coming
Hi Louis, I’m checking this site on a daily basis and really appreciate your sneak peaks. I have my “to buy” list scheduled well into the summer months. I have checked for some of them on QVC by item number and get a reply that they’re not available on internet, but call to order. When I call to order, they say I have the wrong item number or it’s not available – yet their instructions say to call! Anyway, I will be persistent. I really like the new colors for the crinkle shirts and have already ordered both the white and espresso. I notice a gold belt shown on the white ensemble. Is that yours and will it be available? The metal buckle is substantial and I love the woven belt. The tortoise shell necklace and earrings will be a “must have” for me too.
Looking forward to your next sneak peak!
Dear Nancy, if you are checking on new items they probably aren’t in the system yet and won’t be until Sunday night. The reorder items should be avail.
Thank you for your reply Louis. I guess the items I was able to order were the new colors of the reorders and will definitely check on Sunday evening (probably saturday too “just in case”). I already received the new colors of the Hydrangea shirt and am now waiting for the straw colored skirt to wear with the tobacco shell. I really need to secure the tobacco shrug and the black one too. Do you which show they will be on yet?
Dear Nancy……this is the scoop……They were supposed to be on the 1pm show, but they are only getting a “SHOW and MENTION”, which means they really aren’t going to get air time. They will be flashed on the screen right after the first sell. So you will be able to buy them any time before the 1pm show. They probably will be post on Sunday at midnight…..when you get up Monday morning they should be avail.
Thanks and see my other question above.
Louis, is A226254 Paisley Caftan, in chili pepper going to be available for order? It is showing as sold out in nearly every size with no waitlist available. I’m sorry if this question has already been answered, I tried to find the info on your blog and cannot seem to locate any info. Thanks for your help.
Dear Ann ,
Unfortunately, the chili pepper is almost completely sold out and is not coming back. Only the pale olive and the straw are still avail.
Thank you Louis, just proves the old saying…you snooze, you lose. I will probably get it in the pale olive then and get the saafari shirt in chile pepper. Was trying to decide what tops to get in what colors. Already have chili pepper in the tunic with pockets, love that color. Thanks again and have a great evening.
I so appreciate your work. Thank You.
Will your long cross necklaces be available again. I see them on your sneak peeks and would love to have them?
Is there any other source for your things?
Dear Athena….my jewelry and apparel is only sold on QVC. The multi cross earring and necklace has just been reordered in the gold and silver, but it will take at least 6 months.
Dear Louis:
Was there a reorder of your pearls by chance? I rec’d two of the gray for my last Bday! Missed out on the beloved NAVY!
TIA
Yes the navy and pink have been reordered plus four new colors to be delivered through the fall season……….IVORY or CREAM is one of the colors….it will match pearls we have already sold.
Excelllent news! Sure hope your buyer chose the Bronze (copper) colorway…..?
Bronze is one of the new colors, but it is more brass/gold than copper.
All great news Louis! I have been absolutely LOVING your jewelry line about which I could rhapsodize 😉 And thank you for doing some “new” styling of the paisley border print skirts! I have that skirt (and the caftans) in 2 colors and love the whole ensemble. Excited about the seed bead necklaces coming this year which go SO beautifully with the tones in the chili pepper! Somebody here posted that this skirt was sold out in many sizes in chili pepper. Not so. I’m showing all sizes available in all colors. It’s the chili pepper caftan that is sold out down to one size. I heartily endorse these GORGEOUS skirts (and the matching caftans)! AND Q has the skirts on 2-payment EasyPay today.
OMG, OOH, OOH, OOH – I LOVE IT All!! The tobacco phoenix print pants will be on the top of my list – love the shirt too and am wondering if the solid tobacco pants (past seasons) is still available. I can’t seem to find them on line. Anyway, I also LOVE the large wine/black beads and haven’t been able to find them. Do you or anyone reading this reply know the item #?? I can’t wait for the show, but my husband certainly can. I think there’s quite a bit I need to order. The black and tobacco combo in the shell and shrug is very sophisticated. Is the background in the tobacco phoenix pants black or navy?
Planning a trip to Italy early Sept and would like to take that whole tobacco and black combination with one other color. I don’t wear red. Any suggestions ? Iit will be warm but early fall towards the end of the trip. Thanks Louis. Nancy
Louis–
I wonder if there couldn’t be a place (like a box in the sidebar?) where you can post the most up-to-date information about when you will be appearing on QVC? I know you get last minute changes that don’t seem to make it to the QVC program guide, and I can never find it again when I go back to look where you’ve answered it. For those of us who need to set our DVR’s, it would really be helpful to have that information in one easy to find location. Not that you don’t do enough for us already……
Thanks!
crdlb
Dear Carol…..my show dates and times are always posted on my Linea QVC site right under my picture.
Nevermind Louis, I called CS at the Q and got the info. Don’t know why I didn’t think of that before…. I guess I just assumed they didn’t have the info since it wasn’t posted. Thanks!
I have sent at least 5 emails and a phone call to Customer Service to post the Click Here measurements on these trousers since they became available. The only response I get is that I should call and they will give me the measurements. Don’t understand QVC….
Jane
I got the info……Size 8 waist, 31 inches and hip 40 1/2….size 10 waist 32 inches, hip 41 1/2 inches….I hope this helps
Hi Louis! I don’t see any “click here” measurements for the black and ivory trousers that were on your last show. I’m not sure if I’ll take an 8 or a 10. Is it possible for you to post these measurements? Really just need the waist and hip measurements. Many thanks!
Like an earlier poster I am (IM)patiently (!!) awaiting the fish bones jewelry line that you have promised. I saw your lovely wife wearing the long pendant so many moons ago with your pebble crepe bateau neck tunic – which I bought in all colors and love! I’ve been on the hunt for that pendant ever since. Hoping I can get one next week when you are on the Q. Please tell me you’ll have them by then?!
Louis, the phoenix print is marvelous. Bravo! Is the fit of the Phoenix shirt similar to that of the Kate shirt? The same even? Keep the tobacco color coming.
Hello, Louis. I want to let you know how much I am enjoying the new ribbed trim shell. First time I wore one, I knew I had better try for duplicates and was able to get another black and tobacco. I never got ivory from the get go. I continued reloading the item number from quarter to midnight that night so that I saw it go live the minute it did and the shell came up online marked “sold out” in 3X ivory. Unless the buyer never ordered that color in 3X, I still have hopes of that color appearing. Q did this once before with your ivory chain-print shirt. Months after that item posted, they discovered they did have 3X in that color. They must have done a warehouse clean-up and discovered the missing box. I’m hoping that happens with this shell.
I love the tobacco color, which I knew I would. I managed to snag the tobacco jacket with the big black buttons. I wasn’t able to get any other pieces in that color that season, but plan to be first in line for the print crop or any other tobacco piece this season.
I have a question about the forthcoming fiesta colors in the whisper knits. I have your medallion skirt in the blue combo & the pink combo. I wasn’t able to get any of the jackets/sweaters that season that matched the colors in those two skirts. Will any of the new fiesta colors match with the colors in those prints?
Hi Louis,
I’m so happy to report back and let you know that I finally received the black and ivory jackets and tanks that went to backorder after the last show! I absolutely love them. You were so right about the tanks – I was concerned that they would be too long, but they look fantastic. I especially love the white. With the ribbing, it looks like a very upscale man’s tank top undershirt – you know the kind I mean! Very chic with the jacket or alone. I went back and bought the tobacco, I love the style so much. Also love the slightly lower scoop – yay for a little Linea skin 🙂
The blazers are perfect, perfect, perfect. Slim and classic – but wow does the ivory look fantastic with jeans or over a sundress! I just adore these – and I can’t believe how expensive they look! If you get the chance next year … this blazer in navy would look crazy good! Love the fabric, too. I paired the black with very expensive grey trousers yesterday, and it looked every bit as expensive … my favorite Linea magic!
Hi Again, Louis, I just ordered the paisley skirt shown with the tobacco shell and shrug. The telephone rep said the color is “straw”. Is that the color shown on your sneak peak or is there going to be a new color of “wheat”? I really love the combo and want to get it before it’s gone.
Thank you.
Nancy………straw is the correct color name.
Thank you Louis. Will there also be pants?
Dear Louis,
I am loving the new sweater set but see that the tank is already sold out in XS and XXS. I can’t even wait list. Do you know will QVC be bringing more back in for the show? This seems to happen frequently in your beautiful items. I have posted several times in their surveys that they don’t order enough quantity in your smaller sizes.
Hi Louis, I absolutely LOVE the tobacco tank and shrug. Being a redhead, it’s something I would use a lot. I also love the jewelry you are showing with it – the cinnamon colored beads with the large white bead interspersed. Is this a new piece as well? Thank you for posting the print skirt to coordinate with the tobacco set. I was under the impression there were also some crop pants. Is that not the case? In any event, are the tobacco crops, from a previous season, still available? If so, could you give me the item number for them? Can’t wait for your March show. You pretty much rule my closet now! Thank you for all of your attention to detail, Louis.
Nancy
Dear Louis,
it looks like the embroidered lace cardigan (A221793) is coming in navy. Beautiful.
Is the black one returning?
Yes Birdie….the black is returning too.
Wonderful! In terms of fit, is this cardigan similar to the stunning animal print one with rib detail (A214113) from a couple years ago?
Also, will the exquisite lace jacket (A223652) be on the March show too, or is it coming later this spring?
Keep up the exciting work.
Much love,
Birdie
I no longer have that sample so I can’t compare the two, but I would say they are similar. The lace jacket will be on one of my two April shows.
Good Morning!
Up early to be the first on the mountain to ski our fresh, perfect powdery snow today. Wanting to share below link with you (before it disappears?) Spotted this chiffon cardi on ebay awhile back – love the design. Like that it’s shorter in the back and the contrasting trim yields an elevated look for such a casual piece. Please share your thoughts and consideration of a possible future Linea design. In a poly/rayon or yoryu would be like wearing a lightweight scarf – plus great for business travel.
Thanks & have a great day Louis.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Womens-Loose-Coats-Irregular-Chiffon-Tops-Long-Sleeve-Leisure-Jacket-705-/190766366275?pt=US_CSA_WC_Outerwear&var=&hash=item2c6a8fbe43
p.s. The pebble crepe tunics are great!
Enjoy your day of skiing! Thanks for the suggestion….It’s funny because I have something coming in May….not quite the same, but similar. Mine is in a print from my Anne Klein archives, but it is in the BAMBOO/BLACK and has the same black binding trim…..this would make a terrific transition piece.
This sounds fabulous. That eBay piece is cute.
Dear Louis – You tease, but you please with your beautiful designs. I wear sleeveless dresses on the hottest of our summer days & prefer lightweight long sleeve coverups for the office & boardroom (Do alot of presentations). Finding polished pieces to fit that bill is difficult, even online? Hence, my request. This reformed POLY snob has developed a growing love affair with chiffon. LoL
My girlfriend just rec’d the dot blouse in Black – It’s so gorgeous! I’m ordering the Blush today!!!
Thanks for your reply – UR simply the BEST!
Hello Louis,
Am patiently (LOL) awaiting the arrival of the Fish jewellery. A question about the earrings – are they going to be for pierced only or will there be a clip option? Also – the bracelet – I don’t recall seeing a ‘glimpse’ of it anywhere – is it a bangle style, link style – and what size wrist will it be suited for – small, medium or large?
Just trying to plan my Linea list for March. Thank you for your fabulous designs.
Regards,
Seka.
The earrings will be both clip and pierced. The bracelet is a series of bone links and I am not sure of the size, but I can measure one and let you know.
Thanks for all the dresses Louis!! I travel for work and dresses are the best – one piece, a cardi/jacket and heels and I’m good to go!! Question – when will the WK “boyfriend” cardi be available on the website?
I don’t have a definite date, but I believe sometime in April. Since it is Chinese New Year and China is closed I would think towards the end of April…..but that’s a guess. It could be earlier. When I know for sure….I will advise all of you.