Two minutes with... Lulu Guinness

Hi fashion fans,

To celebrate Designer Day today and a Today's Special Value from one of our most fabulous designers, I caught up with the lovely Lulu Guinness to talk handbags and more...

Tell us about your inspiration for Today's Special Value bag

Today's Special Value boasts our new best-selling shape - the Romilly. I've created it in a new fabric and in new colours that are just for QVC customers!

What would you choose to wear it with? And which celeb would you like to see wearing it?

I would wear my black Moschino dress with it - classic and simple so the bag really makes a statement. Lauren Laverne always looks great and is a huge Lulu fan so I could definitely see her wearing it!

What types of bags will we be seeing this season?

The theme for our current collection is London Calling and features lots of Union Jack bags and British themed-designs, so the perfect accessory for the party season would be one of my bags that incorporate this, with a touch of added sparkle.

My first black tie event of the party season

Hi all you fashion lovers,

I've just attended my first black tie event leading up to the party season and I was very pleased to meet Maureen Bramham, one of our regular customers, who I must say was turned out beautifully. 

All the ladies at the event had made a special effort for this glamorous occasion. The trend for the men seemed to be dinner jackets with coloured bow ties, all very daring indeed. I opted for a classic slim black tie. 

One accessory that I think would have been very useful for some of the ladies would have been a shawl or wrap, giving them an extra layer to wrap around their shoulders on arrival and adding an extra splash of glamour. My favourite has to be the Pure & Simple pashmina with beaded fringing. 

Plus, also check out Dream Keeper's beautifully embellished shawls. They have a vintage feel to them which will allow you to arrive at your festive celebrations looking fabulous and also avoid any cloakroom queue when it comes to carriages home.

Love Glen x

Nab yourself an Indigo Moon bargain!

Hi fashion lovers,

Exciting news! We have some great Indigo Moon shows coming up today and tomorrow (2nd and 3rd November), and as it's their 7th anniversary, everything is going to be at Anniversary Price! So you can pick up some fab pieces for Christmas at a bargain price!

I caught up with our Indigo Moon guest, Denise, to have a chat about the fashion range and about the lady herself...

What's your favourite part about coming to QVC and do you have a favourite presenter you like to work with?

The best bit about coming to QVC is that it's like a home-coming - it's just one big family. The sense of belonging is overwhelming. All the presenters are fab! I particularly like the fact I can chat to all of them, have a moan and have a laugh, which we do, often!

It's time to get gorgeous!

Hi fashion lovers,

Our Get Gorgeous event starts tonight at 10pm, and I will be joining you on Sunday morning at 9am with Max New York handbags. I'll also be popping in and out throughout the day with different ranges for you to see - it’s a great opportunity for all you style-conscious ladies to sit back and look forward to pampering yourselves to look fabulous throughout the winter.

I'm very excited about the Today’s Special Value launching midnight on Sunday into Monday. It’s my first centigrade TSV for the winter months - it's a faux shearling mid-length coat that comes in three fabulous colours. It has a great weight that will work right the way through the winter season as well as being chic, stylish and comfortable. You'll be able to throw it into the washing machine so no specialist dry cleaning bills! The price is a very affordable too - wow did you think I was going to spoil the surprise?!

Join me at midnight on Sunday and I’ll reveal all. In the meantime don’t forget to Get Gorgeous!

Love Glen x

TV stylist Nicky Hambleton-Jones tells us how to get gorgeous!

Hi fashion lovers,

With our fabulous Get Gorgeous event starting tonight at 10pm, I had a chat with top stylist Nicky Hambleton-Jones to get her fashion and style tips. Nicky is most well known for presenting the hit show 10 Years Younger, and she now runs her own personal styling business.

What are your top tips for being confident and stylish?

1. Understand your shape - Instead of trying to create a look that will never work you need to accept your shape and really make the most of it.

2. Choose pieces to emphasise your waistline - Create a focal point to balance your figure, making you look taller, slimmer and sexier.

3. Don’t over complicate things - Magazines tend to give you complex end looks and if you try to replicate these you can end up as a fashion victim. Instead make sure your wardrobe features plenty of good well-cut basics, strong colours and statement accessories.

Claudia's Christmas fashion

Hi all,

Claudia and I had a natter about what she will be wearing on Christmas day and what she's hoping appears under the Christmas tree this year...

Glen: What will  you be wearing on Christmas day?

Claudia: I'm going to wear a red strapless satin dress with a little black bolero cardigan over the top. I made the decision ages ago that I'm doing 'glam' this Christmas day as I'm cooking for seven with all the trimmings, and then I'm doing a spread for 17 in the evening. So I figured that if dressed really glam no one will notice if I'm a little stressed!! Great idea hey!?

Alison and Jilly's Christmas fashion

Hiya,

I caught up with Alison and Jilly and had a chat about Christmas and all things fashion...

Glen: What will you be wearing on Christmas day?

Alison: I'll be wearing my nightie and dressing gown because we open presents first thing. Then I'll put on a bright red cashmere cardigan and a black pencil skirt with high heels (well initially until my feet start to hurt, then slippers!). Oh, and of course my Honora pearls.

Jilly: I'll probably be wearing pyjamas until 12 noon with a bit of luck! Christmas day is always a real relaxing family day so no dressing up required. I'll probably chuck my jeans on when we visit family for Christmas dinner.

Answer to your party season fashion question...

Hi Glen,

I am going to my sister's 60th on the 2 January which is in a sort of social club. I am 54, 5'1 and a size 14. I tend to favour black trousers and a top, but would like some inspiration. I am going to the Trafford Centre on Friday.

Hope that you can help!

Many thanks,

Bernie

Hi Bernie,

As an alternative to black trousers and a top, I think you should opt for a black or coloured dress or a black skirt with a coloured top. 

If you go for a black dress or skirt, add a pair of opaque coloured tights. Fern Britton from This Morning is working the coloured tight thing really well, she's looking pretty hot!

Tell me your party season fashion worries...

Hi there,

Need help with your party season style? Don't panic, I can help! Whatever your problem, let me know and I'll do my best to sort it out.

Just leave your question in the comment box below.

Love Glen x

This week's top pick

Hi everyone,

My pick of the week is control underwear!

At this time of year it’s essential. They make the most of your figure, giving you confidence as well as helping you to look your best. Plus, it means you get to wear that special dress you've had your eye on…

Check out these Slim n Lift high-waisted control pants. They're perfect for wearing under your party outfits as they give you that bit of extra support.

So now you can eat cake and be merry x