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Hello Louis, just wanted to tell you I received my Whisper Knit pants today. I must say that they are lighter weight than last years pants but they are really nice and the fit is great and I love the navy color. I can’t believe that I have to order Pettit size, I must be shrinking. What did you eat at the fair.
We ate nothing at the fair…Jac said no! actually I don!t eat the foods they were selling….I usually eat very simple things
I’m ready for some new Linea jewelry. I see the pearl necklaces are being restocked. Are there bracelet sets coming, too, and if so, any new color combos. I would like the dark spruce green, burgundy and dark gray in a combo set. Just saying…..
I’d also like drop pearls similar your drop crystal earring (J284042). Something a little edgy in a pearl earring.
I know you have been asked before, but I forget the answer. Is the wire cuff coming back? They are the perfect complement to the new gold ball necklaces and I missed two of the colors!
On ebay, I saw some darling vintage AK earring that were like your chunky hoops, but were tricolor in gunmetal, silver and gold. I would love those, too, in a few color combos including chocolate, rose, silver, gunmetal, and gold—or a hoop earring made to mimic the wire cuffs in the same colors they came in.
That pave cross is at the top of my wish list, to go with the pave watch–is the cross coming in silver, too, or just the gold?
OK, that’s enough to satisfy my immediate curiosity. Can you tell I LOVE LDO jewelry?
crdlb
That’s a lot of questions…here we go….no the bracelets haven’t been reordered, but the three pack earrings have. The wire cuff has not been reordered….too many returns…..I am working on new hops to look,like the wire cuff for this coming spring…..the cross is coming in gold, silver and gunmetal.
Love the idea of the hoop earrings to look like the cuff…What cross are we talking about…was there a sneak peek that I missed…LOL.
Yes…there will be another reversible cross. One side will be paved and the opposite side will be solid metal.
Paved in clear stones? Love the all metal side already…Any texture to the all metal?
You will have to wait and see
Can’t blame a girl for trying…LOL.
Earring Backs.
Just found a photo on the QVC website on one of Joan Rivers earrings showing signed earring backs. I know Nolan Miller also had his name on his earring backs and I remembered you saying once you use the same factory. Tried to cut and paste but did not work so here is the link. Bottom left photo.
http://www.qvc.com/Joan-Rivers-Shimmering-Mesh-Hoop-Earrings.product.J159522.html?sc=J159522-ISRC
Might me a nice finish to your pierced earrings,fOf which I have many! Just a thought.
Enjoy your day
A beginners question as I get started with your new tights and patterned tights:
Q: Do you usually match the tight color to the skirt above it or can you match the tight to another color elsewhere in the outfit? Any other guidelines for tights you can share which come to mind?
So if I were wearing your grey striated skirt and tee set from a season (or two) ago in GREY but over the top was wearing the coming new BLACK ponte knit long jacket ~ could I go with either the grey heathered tight, which would be tonal with the skirt OR a black tight, which would match the jacket?
Dear Nancy….there are NO RULES, and I think basically you answered your own question with the two options you came up with. Both are good, and both would work….so one day you go with the black…another with the gray. Even with color tights….you can match the skirt or the shoe…or sometimes neither. You could be in a black sweater, skirt and shoe and wear a black tight to match, patterned or solid, you could also wear a gray heather or a color like the AUBERGINE for a shot of color. I have shown on the runway a model wearing an ivory silk blouse with a long side button skirt and RUBY RED TIGHTS peeking out. Tights have to be thought of as any other fashion accessory. Again, PLEASE don’t have your thoughts confined to the traditional. It’s easy to throw on a pair of black tights, but it can be so much more fun to wear a pattern or a color!
OK. I’m slowly releasing the idea of rules from my tightly grasped fingers 🙂 One more question to help me “let go”.
Q what about patterns on the tights – if you have a patterned skirt can you still go with a patterned tight?
Yes, you can and I see it all the time in the magazines, but they take it to the extreme. I will be having a lace pattern and I have mixed laces together, pinstripes with pinstripes and herringbones with herringbones. Of course you can’t mix everything, and your own good judgement should be your final answer. Another trick I have done many many times in shows…is to layer……….I have had models wear a color tight with a pattern over it. For instance a gray opaque or sheer with a lace or herringbone over it. I have had models wear color tights like red with black lace over it with a black short evening dress…or for day wine tights with black or navy herringbone. It really isn’t any heavier or bulky and can be so much fun!
OK. Total Wow on the layered idea!
Question: By this I am assuming you mean they wear TWO pairs of tights at once, right?
This is SO extremely helpful Louis. I’m copying it to the “book document” I keep on my computer with other tips you’ve posted here. Since you are too extremely busy for a catalogue raisonné – this is my limited way of keeping track of the tips and tricks I’ve learned from you over the years – including today’s OTHER helpful tip regarding black suede shoes and boots versus black leather shoes and boots. 🙂
Yes two pair of tights…you then have custom tights.
Hi Louis,
Can you tell me if the WK V-neck tunic (A237411) was reordered and, if so, what the new colors are? This was one of my favorite sweaters last year and would love to add to my collection.
Dear Heidi…that style has not been reordered….only the basic V-neck.
Well, shoot…oh well, I’m quite sure I’ll find another item in your upcoming shows which will become a new favorite!
Evening Louis, are the V-neck WK Sweaters due in before the shows on the 18th & 19th? Just wondering when to start looking for them…May I ask what colors in the WK line will be coming to us later this month? Thanks as always…
That’s correct….suede is like velvet….it absorbs rather than reflects. Have you ever noticed how black suede looks blacker than black leather?
Thanks for yet another great tip Louis re: suede shoes and boots vs leather shoes and boots in black! Though I’m 5’7″ I still want all the elongation I can get.
No the v-necks aren’t due until Sept., but since they are reorders they could be in a little earlier.
Thanks for the delivery date on the V-necks…any other colors/styles of WK coming this month??? Love my Whisper Knits….when funds are limited, I always spend it on WK…LOL.
Hi Louis,
I loved your show and am anxiously awaiting those much ballyhooed WK Pants, purchased in all colors! My question is – will the new color olive for the animal jacquard jacket match the olive WK turleneck? I love all things green, so I am also looking forward to the hunter green v neck WK to coordinate with the green WK pants. Thanks again for always making us look chic and put together for all types of occasions.
Dear BCM…..I haven’t received my olive sample yet so I can not give you a definitive answer, but I always give the same color standard when I’m repeating a color and it is usually my WK colors that I use as the standard. I may have gone a little lighter than the WK olive so you could see the pattern. I don’t remember and without the sample in front of me I can’t say. However, I am 90% sure they will work together.
Thank you for your quick response. It sounds promising. I forgot to ask about the taupe long ponte knit jacket coming. Will that coordinate with the latte WK skirt?
Yes….not a perfect match…but very close…..the magic word…..TONAL.
Hi Louis,
I would like to request pants that would match the blazers. I find it more comfortable to work in pants and they are more veratile for me that skirts.A pant that would have matched the red jacket would be just what I am looking for.
Thanks you for your time, Liz
Dear liz….when we are selecting the styles for each month we try to balance out pants and skirts. Since we were doing the WK pant in the same month they went with the skirt and jacket. I don’t know if you saw the show but Annie Jackson, the blond model, was wearing the red jacket with the black WK turtleneck and the black WK pant, and it looks great together, so you may want to consider another pant with the jacket……a gray flannel would also look great with both colors……just a thought.
Loved that new model, Annie Jackson…don’t think we ever saw her before.
She actually has been around for a few years the left. Now she is back. I have my set group of models who are very loyal to me, but Annie’s a good fill in incase someone can’t make it.
She’s very beautiful and cooly elegant.
Yes she is…and she knows how to wear a beret!
I did order the jacket to wear with black pants and a turtleneck! I love naything red so I could not miss this jackek. Thank you for the reply
I want to order the tights but can’t make out the sizes on the picture you posted. Why aren’t the height and weight equivalents being posted? I’m 5’7″and 140 pounds.
me too. exactly. i ordered B and its perfect.
Dear Beano….Size “B” is for women….4’10” to 5’9″….120 to 150 lbs. I would think this is your size and probably your brick and mortar size…is that correct?
I don’t know my brick and mortar size. But I am going to deliriously order all the tights in B. Thank you. And thank you Anonymous.
Although five thousand cardigans were available I still managed to miss out. Waiting for the reorders.
However I did get the leather jacket and the short jacket so don’t feel deprived..
Dear Louis
Thank you for the quick respond
The earrings are what I’m looking for and to have them be interchangeabl. I will keep my fingers crossed! I will be getting both colors in the topper I can not wait. I bought the cardigan in every color and I went out on the limb and bought the royal purple first time for that color!!!!! We will see how that goes! Have a great weekend looks like we will have a dark rainy day again!!
Loved your Show, Louis!
Stocked up on the WK Pants (BEST Pant – EVER, Black is now pretty much Sold Out), WK Long Skirt – and your FABULOUS Tights (those that have received them are posting very favourable Reviews on the Q Forum)! Also got the Long Woven Skirt & Jacket in Black (and one for a Family Member). And just when I thought I was done – the OTO came along – managed to get the Nutmeg (should look great with my WK Long Skirt in Nutmeg – and so much more).
Two questions, please. Will the Tuxedo Jacket and Pant be coming this year (was supposed to be presented last year but did not ship in time, if I recall)?
Also – just planning ahead – would it be possible to briefly describe the Faux Fur Reversible Coat that is coming?
Thank you for your Beautiful designs.
I don’t know what’s happening with the tuxedo?
Good Morning Louis,
May I ask a question about the tights? I am hoping that they will be a regularly carried item, at least for the basics. Is the plan to have those basic colors always available and the more exotic/fancy patterns subject to availability? In other words, must I stock up now on black opaques or can I just order them when I need them? I know lace and prints are everyday for some ladies, but since I retired, I definitely would only need them for a special event. QVC has yet to grasp that I want LDO basics always available! Speaking of which, I truly wanted the new drape front cardigan in black that was used as the OTO yesterday… out of town, missed it and now it is gone… another disappointment.Perhaps a reorder is possible?
Dear Beachbird…..This is the strategy…..If the demand is great and the reaction positive….and returns low…..the basics or any style for that matter that is “HOT” can be reordered quickly. My manufacturer has a very quick turnover. However, in order for this plan to succeed…..naturally, the line has to be a success, and the demand in line with quick reorders. Once the line is proven then the stocks will be replenished. Since this is an OLO deal, and I am the only spokes person without any advertising….I will need all of your support to spread the word. Even to your friends who wear tights, but never shop on the Q, should be told about the line….that is….of course if you like it. We are in this together!
I really enjoyed yesterday’s show. Your clothes are a breath of fresh air compared to the other clothing lines shown on TV. I did order the brick red jacket and wondered about the matching boot length skirt. At 5’2″, this skirt will be down near my ankles. Have you given thought to creating a Petite option for your long boot length skirts? The Talls will love this skirt but the Petites would have to alter this skirt.
Also, what should the Taller people do to encourage the buyer to purchase more taller sized clothing from your line? Will a writing campaign to QVC work(not a thread on the Linea forum but a snail mail campaign).
Regards,
Chris
Dear Chris….you know it’s not up to me whether petites are purchased or not. It’s all about budgets…….I always tell Jac when we see some sort of mystery on the news…..”follow the money”. The investment on an item would almost be double to buy an item in petite sizes [they usually don’t but the same amount in petites as regular sizes]. If they added tall sizes that would be triple the amount of money on one item so they would have to eliminate two items from the buy…..I have just about given up on asking for talls. If the ladies want talls they, at this point would have to prove that the NUMBERS are there for the investment. I’m not sure how this could be accomplished, but there are super smart Linea Ladies who could come up with great ideas on how to handle this. One is a writing campaign to the PTB, the buyers and the GMM, but you would have to get their names. I can not give out that information…..On another note….there is a WK gored skirt coming in Sept. that might be perfect for you length wise. I’m not sure, because I don’t have the samples yet, but I do “think” it’s shorter than the boot skirt.
Thank you for your quick response. I had made the suggestion to the Talls start a writing campaign but it hasn’t gone anywhere.
This 5’2″ lady is taking that lovely brick red skirt to the tailor as soon as it gets here … that suit is just SO sharp and sophisticated … LOVE it; can’t wait. Sometimes the tailor not only hems the skirts, but narrows the A-line if it’s too much for me. Every hem and sleeve gets adjusted in my world, except the rare 3/4 sleeve or turned back cuff (those make me VERY HAPPY). Ordered tights to try as well, and will spread the word everywhere I can once I test the sizing etc.
Spent last week in CA, and a weekend with EVENTS overlooking the ocean in Palos Verdes … WAY out of my usual routine LOL. Linea was a lifesaver, and a FEW of the Linea items that were especially great: The Sky Blue crinkled gauze Cardigan for ocean breezes, Navy Lace for cocktail party/dinner, Twig Cotton Floral Crop Pant for a busy shopping day, last year’s beloved Black & White Feather Jersey Hawaiian Print Maxi Dress for dinner by the ocean (PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE bring this exact silhouette back, with the same flat pleats and pockets), Black Floral Sweater … and more … I had something Linea just perfect for every occasion.
THANKS, Louis & Jac, for the fun show yesterday and all the beautiful clothes!
I think that’s a wise move…Shorter women are always afraid if they shorten a skirt they will loose the look, but the contrary is true. The short the skirt [on a boot skirt], less sweep is better or it can be overwhelming…..so your tailor knows what he/she is doing.
She’s a good tailor, and I have my designer/seamstress mother’s teaching, although not the hands to do the work anymore … between the 2 of us we usually manage 🙂 Now, honestly, can a 2 – 3X, 5’2″ short lady wear an aubergine WK skirt … ? LOVE that color 🙂
Dear Cathy….I honestly think you could wear the Aubergine skirt…if you have the matching tights….that will elongate….the skirt will come below your knee so why not? With the matching V-neck sweater or even the side button WK tunic sweater over it…..I think it can look great……I would wear a suede shoe which does not reflect the light as leather or calf does. This is a trick of the eye, but it does help to keep a longer line. The shiny show breaks the line and foreshortens.
So the shoe/bootie doesn’t have to match in color…just be in suede so that there’s no shine/reflection??? Interesting information…
It would be helpful to have 32″ length on pants (regular) with a nice size hem, so ladies could lengthen or shorten pants as needed. Just a suggestion, for what it’s worth.
Dear Lyn….I have done that in the past and I don’t know why they went back to 31″, unless my manufacturer was told to do so by the QVC fit team.I’ll check.
Hi Louis,
I stocked up on your new opaque tights – and I’m really looking forward to your herringbone, lace and pinstripe. But I’m most eager for your sheer black and grey. A good sheer black hose is a “must have!”
Any idea when these will be available? I hope soon!
Dear Enjay….I’m not sure when they are due in. The buyers spaced out the deliveries and I don’t have the schedule, but I’ll check.I can tell you the quality of the sheer hose is fantastic. When you put your hand in them you will immediately know the difference. When I was at Anne Klein we had a fabulous line of hosiery, tights, socks etc…..all made in the USA. I worked very closely with the NY Queen of Hosiery….Barbara Guzzy. She developed and produced hosiery for many designer brands, and private label lines for Saks Bloomingdales and more. She taught me everything I know about good….and bad hosiery. She was a dear friend for 30 years. A widower who traveled the globe, by herself, and made friends every where she went. An incredibly super lady, who I loved dearly. Sadly, she passed last year, but I have wonderful memories of her and am always glad to tell people about this amazing woman.
Great show yesterday! I ordered the luggage tan leather jacket, but hope we get to see how you were planning on styling it. Still haven’t received the WK pants or the tights so can’t report…six days and counting.
Dear Louis
The new Ponte Topper you showed
in black what other colors will it come in?
When Jac was modeling the topper she had a pair of earrings on they were a gold drop with a black round top were they her own or something you might be making? Really liked them!
Dear Renee….the topper and matching legging/pant will come in BLACK & TAUPE…As for the drop earring….I can’t put anything passed you ladies! That is actually a prototype of an earring I did for QVC. I don’t remember who, but one of the ladies asked for this type of earring. The gold fluted drop is interchangeable with a solid black fluted drop, but alas it wasn’t chosen???? It’s a beautiful earring, and I haven’t given up on it.
Louis, I noticed that earring also, and would love to have it. Please see if it can be ordered. Loved the show yesterday and ordered way tooo much. Can’t wait to play. I did order the tan luggage jacket also. It looked beautiful.
I wanted that earring, Louis. I’m hoping to interchange the drops with the colored tops of the pearl/fluted earrings. Hooray. Thank, thank, thank you.
Louis during your presentation of the pants that match the animal print jackets you said you will be bringing another pant–will they be ponte slim leg? My size in black sold out so I got a chocolate-but I need some black pants! What are the new pants? Thanks!
Dear Vivenne……I think you will want the reorder of last year’s basic ponte slim pant that did incredibly well. I will let you know when it’s coming. The SUPER PONTE pant that is supposed to be on my Aug. 18 th is a very special fabric….I would not call it a basic fabric, thought it is a bacci legging/ pant style.
Louis, I love last year’s ponte slim pants. Will they be coming back in the same colors, or new colors? I ordered yesterday’s slim ponte pants, but some more colors in last year’s style would be welcome too. I always find it amazing that your clothes work for business-oriented wardrobes as well as more casual lifestyles like mine. You make casual look sooo good. Hurray for Linea!
Dear Yvette…..last year’s ponte pant was very successful,and had very low returns. It will be coming back in all the original colors, but no new colors were added. I guess there wasn’t in the budget to add more colors?
Well, I’ll just have to buy “back-up” pairs for the colors I use most. Maybe new colors next time around if these continue to sell well.
WOW those Super Ponte pants sound AWESOME!!! I will be on the lookout for them every day!! Now I don’t feel so bad about missing out on the ones yesterday (although QVC should order WAY MORE black pants anyway)–THANKS MUCH!!!
Dear Vivienne….they probably won’t be posted until much closer to the 18th. Just want you to know…SUPER PONTE is what I call them. It is not a term QVC is using so if you look for Super Ponte you won’t find it.
That was me–not anonymous.
Louis
Forgot one thing. I also got the OTO in the Royal Purple. WooHoo!!
Good Morning Louis
What a fabulous show. So full of goodies !! I purchased the boot length skirt in black ( I have shooties- I’m with you on your thoughts), the brick red and the black in the short jacket, the black and the red print tops,and picked up several pairs of tights, and thought “what the hey”, and picked up a black boho skirt too. Now —I am a woman of pastel colors–so I AM stepping out of my box, but I think I will be the belle of the town in my new fall outfits–all mix and match.
I am wondering though, I read about the zip front whisper knit sweater–when is it available?
Thankyou, MY designer for all your stellar work in making me look like a million!
On my next Aug. show….that’s the plan.
I’ll know this in a few days when the new WK cardigan arrives but impatient girl that I am, can you tell me if the Nutmeg sweater would pair well with A235313 (Sleeveless V-Neck Top w/ Side Slits) also in Nutmeg? They’re not a “match” but maybe a tonal look? How about Petrol Blue with the Ocean? Love satin-y mixed with WK but this might be stretch…
Dear Kate….only in a perfect world….neither color matches. The shell is more red pumpkin and the blues are very different. Of course under black they both look great. I actually could make the colors work…even if they are very different, but you would need the perfect accessories to pull it off.
Another interesting tid-bit. My Cable Company changed channels for QVC, of all days, today. The normal station went to QVC plus, which are reruns, I think 3 hours later. So the bad news is that some gals might have missed it live, but the good news is that I got to see the show twice. I cant wait for the stone skirt and tights. I am a purple gal, so I got the royal purple. Thanks for a good show.
Dear Karen….you don’t have to wait for the tights. They are the ANIMAL INSTINCTS, and they are avail now…..the girls were all wearing the black too and the gray is stunning.
What a fabulous show, Louis! I got a little nervous when the models weren’t coming out during the Animal Print Jacquard Skirt presentations. I thought: “Uh oh, something’s happening back stage again.” I could hear it in your voice that you were getting a little concerned. It was a relief when Maria finally came out in the Blue Skirt and Top.
I bought tons—I’m in Whisper Knit Heaven, but my credit card has gone straight to Hell–LOL!
Bravo!
All the Best, Sheesh/Sheila
Dear Sheesh….you ain’t just whistling Dixie! I guess I can’t hide anything. The sells were very fast and four to five minutes to get undressed change tights an accessories and get dressed again with more accessories can get tight……plus Annie who subed for Chantal didn’t realize she was supposed to come out in the indigo cheetah top….too bad she had the new SUPER PONTE LEGGING on. All in all it was a very successful show and I hope everyone got what they wanted………
When the new model Annie 1st came on stage I did a double take – she’s a ringer for my friend Annie in Melbourne. Sent her the link to the Brick Red Jacket video telling her she has a doppelganger in PA – LoL! Her husband will be blown away.
btw, gotta have that complete look with the skirt in the Brick – love it! Made for boots – yet, any chance of matching tights in the Brick? perhaps herringbone pattern’d? in near future?
Hi Louis: Thought you should know there was a computer problem with ordering your first item tonight. Automated phone gave you a choice of shoes or Linea but when you pressed Linea you only got shoe sizes. Finally phoned customer services and was told the jacket was sold out. I did not give up and tried calling customer services again and was told there was a problem and the jacket could onl be ordered on line and to try again later. I finally was able to get my red jacket later and even insisted I get the shipping discount, but you could have lost some orders. I also got the black leather jacket since I already own the burgundy. Great show even if they did do some last minute changes.
l
Hi Louis: I’ll be tuning in today from the office during a late lunch via my personal laptop! Have a great show – you’re the only reason I watch the Q!
Best to your gorgeous Jac. – p.s. Preorder’d a bunch – Love Fall Fashion!
Dear Louis,
I was thrilled to see the Whisper Knit pants in hunter green and navy. This will be my first WK pants purchase. I have been a great fan of the cardigans, shells/tanks, and mock necks. Will there be other Whisper Knit coordinating pieces in these colors (cardigans, mock necks, turtlenecks, skirts, etc.)?
Thanks for whatever you did to make the pants come back–especially in the hunter green color.
I’m so glad you picked up these colors. The Hunter green pants will go go with the Hunter Green classic v-neck, the turtleneck and the side button tunic al in the WK….plus there will be the WK scarf and other non WK pieces……The navy will go with all of my navy Wk pieces that I have done and many that are still avail like the twofer set….the tank and short sleeve V neck. I will also have new navy styles this coming season.. These are classic colors that will continue from year to year will always be important and ones I always continue with.
I have a question for the Ladies who have received the WK Pants already…it’s about the length. Are they running true to the stated length or shorter/longer??? I am almost the Petite length…I need a 29 inseam…the Regular length at 31 would require hemming, which I would prefer not to have to do. Any input would be greatly appreciated…thank you for your time. This would prevent me from order both and returning one, we want more colors next year…LOL.
Sherry,
Would recommend you post your question on the Q Linea Forum. These pants are flying out the door -if you wait too long your size/colour choice may be gone.
I have not received my order yet so I cannot answer your question.
These are the best Pants – EVER!
The regular size pant inseam on my new WK pants measures 31.25″ so it’s a smidge longer when laid flat but the real test is wearing them. They’re knit so they do hang a big longer when on. Unless you’re wearing high heels, I think you’ll be fine with petite. That said, the smaller sizes of petite black are already sold out. Hurry.
Thanks, ladies…off to buy.
Hi Louis, Just wanted to add my praises for the new WK pants. Mine arrived today and I love them! I sized DOWN (as I had with the previous WK pants) and the fit is great. And, the length is just perfect (I’m 5’9″). They just feel so soft and comfy — great pants!
Also received the new tights today. I wasn’t sure if I had chosen the right size since I was close to the top of the range of one size and I finally decided to go to the next larger size (I am a Plus size). I am glad I did — the fit is great. I first looked at the “panty” part and I thought there is NO WAY I can get into these, but, sure enough, plenty of stretch and on they went. I tried on the Animal Instincts in Dark Grey and they are spectacular on!
Thanks for everything!
Dear Jane….that’s great news about the pant and fabulous news about the tights. If you wouldn’t mind, I think the info you shared about the tights would be very helpful so if you could post your thoughts about the way the tights fit and how you felt when you first saw them would be very helpful for many.
Love A257302 Boot Skirt in Brick Red and Black. Received both today. I love winter skirts like these and that’s why I grilled you for information. I’m ordering both jackets also. Nice and clean; perfect length and I really like this new fabric. No texture. Classic, timeless fall/winter skirts. Warm reds like this new brick red look best on me and there is no other red this shade in the Linea palette to date that I have purchased. I did size up in case I want to tuck in a posh knit or shirt. You did it again. Thanks.
Louis, will you have something new in August to match the navy WK pants?
Yes….there will be, but don’t forget the navy will look great with all,of the WK colors presented in Aug. like the nutmeg and the royal purple.
I’ll try a nutmeg top or 2. Thank you for your reply!
Louis,
I just received the WK pants and what QVC called the “collard” sweater, both in black. The pants are stupendous even for someone like me who carries all of her weight in the hips and thighs. I am planning to order another pair of the pants immediately before they are gone. I never would have ordered them without the praise from the Linea ladies. The sweater is pretty special, too. I will be sure to give them both 5-star reviews! Thanks again.
Cheryl
Dear Cheryl….I am so happy you like your two Whisper knit pieces. I was told there was so much chatter about the WK pant that it made me nervous so I’m doubly pleased you’re happy with them. They are my favorite pants and paired with matching WK sweaters…I think it is the most sophisticated way to dress…..not trendy….just CLASSY! You must get the WK scarf or shawl in black to finish your look…….when it’s avail!
Louis,
I’m not sure I will be able to stop with just the black WK scarf! I also have the WK black open cardigan for yet another column. I’m also looking forward to ordering the brick red jacket tomorrow. I do need a little color with all of my wonderful black!
Cheryl
Ok….no argument here…the scarf will be in brick red too
Louis, I’m SO excited about your new Short Button Front Jacket coming up! I am 5’4, short waisted and so many jackets are TOO long for me. I also love rayon blend. I plan on purchasing both colors!! Can’t wait for your show tomorrow!
Dear Cheryl….I am so happy you like your two Whisper knit pieces. I was told there was so much chatter about the WK pant that it made me nervous so I’m doubly pleased you’re happy with them. They are my favorite pants and paired with matching WK sweaters…I think it is the most sophisticated way to dress…..not trendy….just CLASSY! You must get the WK scarf or shawl in black to finish your look…….when it’s avail!
Dear Jane be alert….the jacket will be the very first item in the show!
Hi Louis, I can’t wait for your show tomorrow! There is a discussion on the Q forum about A230025 animal jacquard jacket. Thank you for the reorder in Olive. I’m not sure how the color will work for my skin tone and there isn’t a picture. Many are wondering if there will be a reorder of other colors too at some point.
Dear gk27… The jacket has been reordered, but I’ not sue which of the previous colors are returning. For those that own it…I will be selling chocolate, cobalt and black ponte pants that coordinate with the jackets. I will be showing the jackets with the pants tomorrow. I will check to see which colors are coming back.
Great news about the chocolate, cobalt and black ponte pants. I have that jacket in the coordinating colors. Will the cobalt also match the cobalt A230028 long sleeve, single button gauze jacket?
Hi Louis!
I hope you will continue to bring the whisper knit elbow length sweater this fall and every season thereafter. This is a four season must-have basic wardrobe piece that I have in many colors. I, as well as other woman who do not have great upper arms appreciate it so much!!!!! Thanks!
Is there a style you are referring to or just a general statement for elbow length sweaters.
Is there a style you are talking about or just in general
Hi Louis. Hope all is well. I’m glad you had a great birthday in the city. Try to spend some time this winter in town. Everyone leaves and it is soooo nice and quiet! I am 5’2, 108 lbs. and wear an XXS in your pants and skirts. I emailed you about 1 year ago, asking if you would make a casual/dressy skinny pant. I know it is difficult due to the wide range of sizes you have to fit. I bought 6 of your PK leggings (A239321). Will you be bringing more in, in the black? I thought I read on one of your blogs that you are bringing in a new legging. Was I correct? Is your new maxi skirt a pencil skirt, for the petite women? Hopefully, QVC is leaving you alone, to some extent and not giving you a hard time. We need you. As I have said before, you add class to QVC. Something which is foreign to them. Stay well.
Thank you as always.
Dear Mimi…I will try to answe all of your questions….a casual/ dressy pant? What is that? Ponte knit…Wkisper knit?….count ton/span knit? I am doing all of those, but the ponte legging was not reordered because it basically sold in black only which surprised me because the other colors are terrific. The cotton/ span knit that was in black, navy and twig is coming back in navy and black which is a casual/ dressy legging. I am brining in two new leggings…..one is part of my Linea Body collection and it is FABULOUS….I think you will really love it, and it will be in the basic colors including black…they are SEAMLESS and have a fabulous fit….a TRUE legging. The other legging in black and taupe is very special and not for everyone. It is a fall/winter legging, and is more like a ski pant legging. The fabric is much thicker than the ponte knit….so it really is only foe areas where the temps get in the low 50s and down.
Louis,
Have already ordered the Fabulous Whisper Knit Pant. Will you be showing them on Friday August 1st?
I will be showing them, but they aren’t being sold on this show….probably on 18th of Aug.
Hi, Louis. What colors will the Zip Front WK Cardigan come in? Thanks.
Regular sweater sizes…XXS to 3X
LOL—sorry, “colors” not “sizes.” I know you are very busy getting ready for your trip to the Q, thanks.
Oh, I think I see your response down below—Black, Nutmeg and Petrol Blue for the Zip Front Cardigan—yes? I’m planning on wearing the Zip Front WK in Black with the new Cheetah Print Skirts! LOVE!
Very sexy my dear! LOL
How long and what kind of collar does this Zip Front WK sweater have…I missed seeing the peek that Godfreako showed. Sorry, I’m just so curious…love zip front anything….LOL.
Dear Sherry the cardigan, hanging on a hanger measures approx. 27 inches and the cardigan is collarless…..it has a jewel neckline.
Do you ever read the QVC forums for suggestions?
Dear Chynna….I never read the QVC forum unless someone tells me I should read a certain blog. I think it’s best if I stay away. I started this website for that exact reason. A safe place where anyone who wants to ask or suggest or tell me something can have an open dialogue…..where all can join in.
Just read the blogs a couple of times. Not for me. Thank you SO much for this website!
Me either…too much cat fighting over there…MUCH more pleasant over here…that’s an understatement…LOL.
Black, Nutmeg and Petrol Blue
Hi Louis ,
I have my eye on a tweed jacket over at the Nordstrom sale – but before I pull that trigger, I’d love to know …
Are you bringing us any tweed or plaid blazers/jackets this year?
Thanks!
Get your sale jacket….no plaid or tweeds were purchased this year.
Sizing question on tights .. . Is it safe to assume we can buy our standard brick and mortar hosiery size? Sorry Louis if you covered this somewhere, but I looked carefully and could not find this discussed … CANNOT WAIT FOR THESE! … Sooooooo appreciative of this superior quality and yarn made in the USA!
Dear Lacylass….yes, I think that is what you should do. QVC leaves it up to the hosiery manufacture to do the sizing for this type of product. My manufacturer makes tights for many private label store brands as well as designer labels so the sizing is very standard to B&M stores. Also on my picture showing the packaging….at the bottom right is the size chart with height and weight so you can double check if this is what you would normally buy. Jac is a “B” and the they fit her perfectly. There is lots of stretch to the tights so you don’t want to buy them too big. I would say your B&M size should be correct.
So sorry Louis! I totally missed that sizing chart on the lower right side of that shot… Guess I was too mesmerized by the tights!!! Just as further feedback in case it helps others then, I do line up with my B&M size B… so off I go to order lots! Thank you as always 🙂
Just got the whisper knit pant. I have only been a customer for a year or so and I can’t even tell your how many pieces I have bought. Love the whisper knit and have been reading so much about the pant, I couldn’t wait to order. I had it delivered ups red because I was afraid of a sellout. Wow. I bought the the pl and the rise and length are great for me. They are so comfy and with a shorter top, they will be very fluid. I am now going to order petite medium in multiples because I think with slightly longer tops, these will also be great. This is an item that works in two sizes. I have worked in retail for awhile and I am a believer in two sizes depending on the corresponding top. Thank you for your designs. I love that you have a warehouse in Shrewsbury because I am only 20 or so miles away. If I could go shop there I would, lol.
Dear ceicei. I am so happy you love your WK pant I was holding my breath waiting for the first reviews and your it! If you would please post your review on the QVC Fashion forum. I’m sure there are lots of women who will be interested……A ware house in Shrewsbury????No warehouse, but two aunts and lots of cousins…LOL
Just reviewed it. Hope they sell out so I can buy more next year.
Thanks…let’s hope the returns aren’t too high, there are so many colors to do!
Heading over to post my five star review. Such elegant, classy, Hepburn-esque pants. Looking forward to buying the new zip front sweater to wear with. I sized down to an XS and the fit is fabulous. Hopefully all goes well and we can have charcoal next year!
Hi Louis, I am short so I always try to do a column of color with either a jacket or sweater of a different color to contrast. Do you think that I can do the Nutmeg skirt and tank with the Petrol Blue zip up sweater? Will the colors look good together? Thanks for everything that you do to help us look so good.
I think you can do the tank and skirt together with a contrast zip front sweater. Whether it is Petrol Blue or Black is a personal thing. I do think the colors look good together, but they are two pretty saturated bright colors. If you like wearing colors like that than absolutely.
Thanks for your input. I guess I will have to wait and see the colors in person.
Dear Louis,
Can you tell me if item #A252345, long button front blouse, will ever be offered in other colors? I would love to see some darker colors such as purple or black, which is a color request I saw seconded in another review. I am 5’11”, and this blouse has been an amazing find for me due to the length. I would love to own it in other deeper colors. Thanks for your time!
Dear Paula….unfortunately that tunic shirt was not reordered, so I can’t bring new colors in.
Hi, Louis, I’m looking forward to your show. I have three questions.
1. will A237402 drape front cardigan be coming in black and lapis?
2. Do you know how long your new drapefront cardigan is in the back?
3. I love to see your sneak peeks, and I am wondering if you could do
at least one photo showing the back of the garments?
Thanks, as always.
Dear Eileen….the sweater is coming in the lapis and black only……the new cardigan is approx 27 ” long……I will try to remember back views.
I ordered the knit pants and tights in two colors and now I see by the chart that I ordered a size too large and I can’t change the order………. wondering if I need to send the tights back immediately or is there some chance they would work….. Any one have an answer for this one, The pants will be fine but the tights are the wrong size…… What do you think Louis?
Dear DeLois…if you are sure the tights are the wrong size then send them back UNOPENED! So they can be shipped out to another customer and you can reorder your correct size. If the tights are opened and returned….they will be thrown out. They will not ship out a pair of tights that has been opened to another customer for obvious reasons. The tights have a lot of stretch so if you think you ordered a size that is too big definitely return.
I was lucky I got customer service to change the size which I was unable to do on my computer, so problem solved. Thanks……
Another hint if you can’t stop a shipment is to refuse delivery, do not open the box/bag, and there is no charge to you for return shipping and you will get a full refund of your original purchase.Check the UPS website for complete details. I’ve done this and it does work.
Carol….you are a rascal…LOL
I might be a rascal, butI would never do this except for when there have been orders I tried to cancel within an hour of placing the order, the computer says no, and then it doesn’t ship for another 3-4 days. That’s just insane. The only reason I tried to cancel was I accidentally double ordered due to the fact that my order didn’t show up as being placed due to their crazy computer system or I’ve made some kind of ordering error. I’m not a big fan of the way they do business over at QVC. Their customer service could use some serious TLC.
Dear Louis,
Can you tell me when the WK zip sweater will be coming? I love it!
thanks
It should be on my Aug 18th show..lat least that’s the plan as of now
thank you! I will be watching for it.
May I ask what colors the WK zip sweater will be in…I don’t have much budget for this Fall/Winter and have to be very selective what I purchase…darn it all…LOL. There’s also a Cardigan with pockets coming too???
Black, Petrol Blue and Nutmeg.
Oh, to go with the new, longer WK skirt. How CHIC!
Dear Kate…if you really want to swoon….there will be WK scarves, same size as the Posh Knits, in the same three colors plus Hunter Green, and Brick Red! Now that’s CHIC!
Dear Louis,
Godfreako posted some sneak peek photos of upcoming items, one of which is the upcoming leggings. However, in the photo there is a rather strange looking fold across the thighs – do you have a better photo to show us? There is some discussion on the board about the leggings possibly being too long on the model and they were perhaps tucked to adjust the length? We are all very curious. Thank goodness the photos you provide are good ones!
Thank you.
Dear Rebecca….at your prompting I went to the site to see the photo of this fabulous knew pant/legging……OMG………..God help me!!!!! I don’t know what possessed the model, the photographer or the stylist, if indeed there was a stylist even there…to fold the legging like that!! I assure you there is no such ridiculous fold or tuck across the thigh or anywhere else. These will be presented on my Aug 18th show and I will let you know all about them before that show….However, I am “sneak peeking ” them on this Friday. Annie Jackson, a very pretty blond model, [she’s taking Chantal’s place who’s away on vacation] will be wearing them with the Indigo cheetah jacquard knit top.
They even shot a close up. Unbelievable.
It really makes one wonder what in the heck they were thinking! I actually gasped when I saw that. Debbie M., the close up photo was the cherry on top! LOL. Looking forward to seeing them on Friday worn correctly! Thanks, Louis.
Leave it to the Q to somehow find a new way to muck things up!!
Thank you Louis for posting the size chart on your photo of the tights! That was brilliant foresight!!! Who knows how long it will be before QVC gets a size chart up. Now THAT’s a shame. Did grab some of both of the two items posted. Can’t wait to get them.
Louis so wanting something from you with embroidery. My mother just gave me one of your older pieces and it has embroidery! Well, to be perfectly truthful i was helping her clean out one of her closets and found this LDO item with gorgeous colorful embroidery & convinced her she just doesn’t wear it very much and I certainly would enjoy it. She smiled and gave it to me. So love it. Embroidery is feeling so fresh right now. Louis, do you feel embroidery calling you too?
What was it? a jacket, shirt, tunic? I have stayed away from emb. because they have gotten very expensive, and I hate cheap looking emb., but as you can see with the wood bead emb tunic and the Moroccan emb tunic on georgette….I’m delving into it again.
Can you believe it? Tights and Whisper Knit pants on the same day? What a way to start the week! Ordered up a storm already.
Opaque leggings are up for ordering WITHOUT a size chart!
Oops tights,not leggings.
Thank you Louis for posting the size chart on your photo of the tights! That was brilliant foresight!!! Who knows how long it will be before QVC gets a size chart up. Now THAT’s a shame. Did grab some of both of the two items posted. Can’t wait to get them.
Dear Louis?
Are you giving us a new black turtleneck this year?
Thanks,
Dariann
Dear Dariann….yes a fabulous new one with a ribbed turtle and a ribbed waist whittling band
AWESOME!
Hi, Louis. I apologize if this has already been “asked and answered” but what other pieces will be coming to wear with the Hunter Green WK pants—are there other Hunter Green WK pieces, is there a jacket—suede, tweed, etc? Thanks much.
more whisper knits including the side button tunic which may already be avail to order and a print poly span tunic which I will have a sneak peek of.
The Q has you scheduled for August 19th from 6AM – 7AM in addition to the “important dates” that you are showing. Is that correct?
Yes that is correct. What wasn’t correct was the 18th at 6am….I have updated my dates page.
Whisper Knit Pants- both Regular A257385 & Petite A257386 – available on the Q.
Also the Whisper Knit Boot Length Skirt A257384 is posted – and the Whisper Knit Sweater with Collar A257383 also available!
Ok thanks 5
Hi Louis, Love the blue and purple sneak peek new WK open front cardigans. Question-are they long enough in the back (I’m 5’8) to wear with leggings and have rear coverage? Thank you.
I think so….but I will have to measure and let you know. It will also depend if you are long waisted or short waisted.
In answer to your question “Which summer items would you like to be brought back,” I would love to see the cargo crops in the chino color again. A 214879. I’ve worn mine out from the inside in places, but I still wear them while gardening or making art. I’d buy three more pairs. I’d love to see a slightly longer version that can be rolled up for summer, AND a heavier version in olive and chino for winter, full length, of course. For the heavier version I am thinking of the brushed cotton fabric you used for your longer length, jackets with the gunmetal buttons and zippered pockets. Heaven! I don’t have the item number on those.
Thank you SO much. Keeping my fingers crossed that those flattering, extremely comfortable pants in the most versatile color ever comes back into stock!
Oh, yes! the cargo pants are a must! I have worn mine out as well, both the white and the chino- They may be worn out but I still wear them, and will buy again.
Dear Louis:Thanks for the post cards. I really enjoy your travels. Are you going to post any sneak peeks befored the 8/1 show
Dear Louis: Really enjoyed the “Post cards”. Are you going to post any sneek peaks befored the 8/1 show? Please!
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Hi Louis, Item A257285 skirt is on line now with very conflicting information. Says it is long then say below the knee; then says pull on but shows button and zipper; then says woven, then says stretch. Looks like there are panels in the back but no up close picture to view. Can you help us out with real information on this skirt and what you designed to go with!! Do you have any sneak peaks ready for us yet? There are many updated existing items available for ordering as of yesterday. Autumn clothes are my favorites, can’t wait. thanks…See you Friday!
Dear Happy Lady….the skirt in question is a BOOT LENGTH skirt approx. 31″ to 32″ depending where the waist band sits on you. It is an A-line skirt with out any panels in the front, just a clean front with two darts at the top. It has a center back seam with an invisible zipper and a button on the contour waist band. The fabric is a WOVEN FABRIC with SPAN so it does have stretch. I would say it is similar in weight to my Caviar, Camel and Black fabric of last fall… thought it is a totally different fabric [just for weight comparison]. It is a good basic fall/winter skirt. Of course there will be many things through out the fall/winter season, and up and including January, that will be avail in the BRICK RED COLOR…..including, on the Aug. 1st show, a jacket to match…..There will be tanks and sweaters in the brick red thought the season to add to the pieces shown in Aug. My sneak peeks will start TODAY!I hope I have answered all of your questions.
Would you recommend wearing the asymmetric zip jacket that came in camel, caviar and black with this new skirt?
Yes…you can wear this skirt with almost anything
Dear Happy Lady….the skirt in question is a BOOT LENGTH skirt approx. 31″ to 32″ depending where the waist band sits on you. It is an A-line skirt with out any panels in the front, just a clean front with two darts at the top. It has a center back seam with an invisible zipper and a button on the contour waist band. The fabric is a WOVEN FABRIC with SPAN so it does have stretch. I would say it is similar in weight to my Caviar, Camel and Black fabric of last fall… thought it is a totally different fabric [just for weight comparison]. It is a good basic fall/winter skirt. Of course there will be many things through out the fall/winter season, and up and including January, that will be avail in the BRICK RED COLOR…..including, on the Aug. 1st show, a jacket to match…..There will be tanks and sweaters in the brick red thought the season to add to the pieces shown in Aug. My sneak peeks will start TODAY!I hope I have answer all of your questions.
Yes you did, thank you! If we had to rely on Qs horrible photos, terrible shoes and questionable descriptions, we would be flying blind. Thank goodness for your website!! Q should hire Goldie and a few other Linea ladies for product descriptions. There would be less returns! Wonder why they don’t ask the designers (or staff) to give short, informational descriptions?
Hello Louis, I’m not sure if this has been ask for before but I am asking if you would consider doing the A254439 asymmetric hem tank in long or three quarter sleeves. This is such a perfect topper and with sleeves we could enjoy it year round. Thank you
Dear Judy ……get ready…..the entire show is new!
Louis,
Does that mean you do have that tank in long sleeve?
If not, can you make one. We would love it and has so many positive reviews.
Thanks,
I have not made that top long sleeve, but I will present it for next year….in the mean time in Jan there will be a similar style with elbow length sleeves.
I second what Judy requested!
Hi Louis!
I am looking forward to Friday’s show. Last August, my credit card was smokin’ for weeks. Will there be new items this Friday? If so, will you share how many if you know?
Thanks
Shan
Is the Charcoal Gray a heahered color? Will there be a matching cardigan?
Dear Ann….if you are referring to the WK turtleneck. There isn’t a matching cardigan in WK…….not that I recall…..I do so many things I sometimes can’t keep it all straight….so if by chance one should appear….we will both be surprised!
Louis, I’m just butting in here to say that I’m on waitlist for your original v-neck cardigan A233940 in the new charcoal grey color. My WL order is dated May 29 and has not been cancelled. Is this one still in the pipeline? (fingers crossed!)
Yvette…if you are on wait list for the charcoal gray cardigan then I’m sure it is a reorder color…..I just can’t always remember what’s. coming in what color, but I will check Monday and get back to all of you who have asked about it.
The 2 reorder colors are Charcoal Gray and Perfectly Pink…the question is…is this reorder for Fall or for next Spring…given the way the Q does it’s posting of reorders in the system.
Dear Sherry I just found out they are for January 2015 so don’t be surprised if your wait list gets canceled….I think they only keep wait lists for 3 months and then they automatically get canceled even if the garments are on order..
That’s what I was wondering about with the pink being one of the colors…next Spring it is then. thanks
There’s still a lot of winter left from Jan…March.
Ann, I received my charcoal turtleneck and it is NOT heathered. It is a very dark charcoal. I love it! I am also on the waitlist for the charcoal cardigan since May 28 and am hoping we do get it!
Hi Louis,
Quick question …
Are you bringing back the original Whisper Knit V-neck sweater A217629 this Fall? I hope, I hope – that’s my all-time favorite!
If so, can you “sneak” the colors … pretty please?
Dear Enjay……..Yes, it iscoming back….and no I can’t show sneak peeks…haven’t received samples yet.
Dear Enjay……..Yes, it is coming back….and no I can’t show sneak peeks…haven’t received samples yet.
Dear Enjay……..Yes, it is coming back….and no I can’t show sneak peeks…haven’t received samples yet.
Oh boy!! That’s my favorite too. Can’t wait to see the new colors!
Hi Louis, I received the new Charcoal Grey WK turtleneck yesterday and I just love, love, love it! Great color — so sophisticated and chic. I know there is a WK cardigan coming in this color, but I wanted to know if you will have any pants coming in this dark dark charcoal? Would love the WK pants in this color. Thank you.
Dear Jane, I am happy you are liking this new dark gray. Unfortunately, I haven’t done anything else in this color, but if it becomes a popular color I will definitely do other items in it.
Thanks, Louis. This dark charcoal grey is almost like a black — it’s one of my favorites. After receiving it yesterday, I ordered another turtleneck and now I’m waiting for my waitlisted cardigan. I hope others like it as much as I do.
So does that mean the WK Turtleneck is the only top to go with the Charcoal Grey WK cardigan?
Dear Sherry….I do these things months in advance and I didn’t even remember there is a charcoal gray cardigan in WK?…..I don’t have anything else coming in Charcoal gray…..but it’s like black….you can wear it over anything.