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Post by myshelly on Mar 2, 2017 18:29:09 GMT
I'm really picky about the pieces I buy from them, in terms of patterns. There are patterns that aren't too big and splashy. I also wear their patterned leggings with a solid top, or their patterned tops with a solid bottom - jeans or plain skirt/leggings. I also have a few of their dresses that I pair with long cardigans that I've purchased at Macy's for less than they charge for their long cardigans. I always get compliments when I wear my LLR. Even by people I don't know. All that said, I AM picky about what patterns I will wear and have spent a lot of time looking/shopping online. For example, while watching t.v. with my dh last night, I looked at online sales for 2 hours for a Julia or Nicole dress to bring on our upcoming cruise. I didn't find one available in a pattern that was right for the occasion - I think more spring patterns are just around the corner - and didn't buy anything. As with most lines of clothing there are many different ways to wear it. I've seen people look tacky in Lily Pulitzer. The other thing to keep in mind is that there are refupeas who ARE consultants and have invested money and built their LLR sales/consulting businesses who are reading this thread. Yoki is one of my favorite peas, and one who went out of her way to help me with a pair of leggings I bought from another consultant that were too small. All at her own expense. I cringe a little for her when I read some of the comments here. The problems with LLR are being talked about, everywhere. There is a class action lawsuit against them that's in the news. Articles about the poor quality/holes problem have appeared on the front pages of Yahoo, Yahoo Finance, and MSN in the last several day. The company has an F rating with the BBB. Yesterday there was a reporter from CBS in several big LLR groups on FB asking for customers who want to be interviewed and for people to send him photos and videos of damaged items. This isn't a case of the peas need to avoid hurting feelings. This is actual, legitimate news stories that are going viral.
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scorpeao
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Post by scorpeao on Mar 2, 2017 18:31:44 GMT
My friend and i have made a sport out of playing the LLR game. Join a group to get into the giveaway they are hosting, stay in the group til the drawing, then leave said group. It's proven somewhat lucrative, I have won upward of $100 in free pieces, plus about $60 in credits. And free shipping on most of the things i buy. You know who should be getting a cut of the money being made? Facebook. LLR consultantnts are using the heck out of their groups functionality to market and sell it. this is what I do as well. I have won a shit ton of leggings, skirts, and dresses. It's usually an 'okay' pattern, so I wear them once, and then sell them on Mercari. I support my LLR habit doing it this way.
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Post by BoilerUp! on Mar 2, 2017 18:51:57 GMT
I think most of their outfits are ugly. There's a vendor show coming up that my cousin keeps bugging me to do. I saw the list of people and there's 3 lularoe people. It seems like everyone I know has a consultant and none of them are the same person. It's nuts. Most of it is ugly.. I agree. My friend and I sold crafts at a craft and vendor sale so my MIL stopped by to support us. She LOVES clothes so I asked her if she checked out the LuLaRoe booth and she went on about how shocked she was to find out the clothes were for sale. She honestly thought the booth was there to collect old clothing for charity. She could not believe people actually wear the stuff, but she is sort of a fancy lady. haha At a different craft and vendor show, I stopped by thinking I would buy daughter (size 0-2) something. As soon as the sales person saw my figure, she came over and tried to very sweetly direct me away from the display. I was mortified. She is a b*tch for acting that way. Many LLR items fit "curvier" women. On a side note, I do love the solid leggings. I have a couple printed pairs, but wear them lounging around the house or to work out on occasion. They are very soft and comfortable, and I wash them and hang dry. I haven't had any problems with defective pieces or holes (thankfully). I also have a couple of the Azure skirts - but must admit that I am very particular about prints. Nothing too wild for me!
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Post by MsChiff on Mar 2, 2017 18:59:54 GMT
I own a fair amount of LLR. Mostly leggings, perfect Ts and Nicoles. I also own one Carly that I just won/received from a Pea consultant. (If you're reading this, thank you April!) The Carly is cute, but I think it's overpriced for what it is and I'm not sure I love the longer hem in the back. I'm in my mid-50's, wear a size 14-16 and when I wear my leggings with a perfect T or other tunic top, I always get compliments. Surprisingly, my rather conservative husband always tells me I look cute in my LLR. I've also worn the perfect Ts with jeggings and received compliments. I've recently been reading about the proliferation of holes in the leggings, so I will be buying less of those for awhile. I'm trying capri leggings from a couple of other brands because I find the LLR leggings too hot in the summer and I don't want to have to "make" capri leggings. There is one Nicole that I'm on the hunt for, but I've not yet found it. Other than that, I likely won't buy any for awhile unless I find a perfect T I can't resist. UPDATE -- I got the Nicole! Yay!!!
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bethany102399
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Post by bethany102399 on Mar 2, 2017 19:04:49 GMT
MsChiff which Nicole are you looking for? I'm going to an in-person lula sale this weekend and I'm happy to keep an eye out.
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PrettyInPeank
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Post by PrettyInPeank on Mar 2, 2017 19:16:18 GMT
I think LuLaRoe does well for a few reasons. They're pricey and becoming a status symbol. "OMG, where did you find farting unicorns!! I neeeed these!" The fact that they only manufacture something like 2000 of one pattern and that's it, is creating a false scarcity, and women are starting to "collect" them.
Everyone needs clothes unlike other MLMs that sell bags, jewelry, or face cream. Clothes are a need. Most women do not shop at high-end retail stores with commissioned personal shoppers oohing and aweing at how amazing they look. You better believe the women selling this stuff are telling women they look fabulous and they better get it quick because they only made x of that pattern and this all there is! Not saying they are lying to the women, but I don't doubt for a minute they all find something to compliment the women on their outfits. How many leggings would they sell if they said "this really exemplifies your cellulite, maybe you should skip it!" or "this loose top really hides your rolls well!" Of course they would never say that! They're instead going to compliment, compliment, compliment. Which equals sales and $$$.
Finally, I notice all their clothing has unique names and nice descriptions. Things I hear people say are like, oh those buttery soft leggings would look amazing on you paired with a flowy Randy! Macy's calls them pants. Target just sells clothes. The descriptions and names of LuLaRoe clothing are inviting, alluring, and comforting.
That all said, I think LuLaRoe is unattractive, personally. Flying pigs and pizza slices? Who the hell wears that and thinks it looks good? It may be fine if you're 10-years-old, but I shudder when I see grown women wear it. I really wish people would stop adding me to their FB groups..
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Post by elaine on Mar 2, 2017 19:25:51 GMT
I'm really picky about the pieces I buy from them, in terms of patterns. There are patterns that aren't too big and splashy. I also wear their patterned leggings with a solid top, or their patterned tops with a solid bottom - jeans or plain skirt/leggings. I also have a few of their dresses that I pair with long cardigans that I've purchased at Macy's for less than they charge for their long cardigans. I always get compliments when I wear my LLR. Even by people I don't know. All that said, I AM picky about what patterns I will wear and have spent a lot of time looking/shopping online. For example, while watching t.v. with my dh last night, I looked at online sales for 2 hours for a Julia or Nicole dress to bring on our upcoming cruise. I didn't find one available in a pattern that was right for the occasion - I think more spring patterns are just around the corner - and didn't buy anything. As with most lines of clothing there are many different ways to wear it. I've seen people look tacky in Lily Pulitzer. The other thing to keep in mind is that there are refupeas who ARE consultants and have invested money and built their LLR sales/consulting businesses who are reading this thread. Yoki is one of my favorite peas, and one who went out of her way to help me with a pair of leggings I bought from another consultant that were too small. All at her own expense. I cringe a little for her when I read some of the comments here. The problems with LLR are being talked about, everywhere. There is a class action lawsuit against them that's in the news. Articles about the poor quality/holes problem have appeared on the front pages of Yahoo, Yahoo Finance, and MSN in the last several day. The company has an F rating with the BBB. Yesterday there was a reporter from CBS in several big LLR groups on FB asking for customers who want to be interviewed and for people to send him photos and videos of damaged items. This isn't a case of the peas need to avoid hurting feelings. This is actual, legitimate news stories that are going viral. Yeah, that isn't what I was talking about. There are a number of catty comments that have nothing to do with holes, quality, etc.
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bethany102399
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Post by bethany102399 on Mar 2, 2017 19:39:04 GMT
inally, I notice all their clothing has unique names and nice descriptions. Things I hear people say are like, oh those buttery soft leggings would look amazing on you paired with a flowy Randy! Macy's calls them pants. Target just sells clothes. The descriptions and names of LuLaRoe clothing are inviting, alluring, and comforting. That's called marketing. If you go to the front page of Target's website right now you'll see them imploring you to "dip into spring break" as they're selling swimwear. Their model is also thin and youthful looking. LLR does not hold the market on using adjectives to sell its product. it's done everywhere. At the end of the day I like my rocket ship leggings. I feel GOOD in them, and could give a rats a$$ if someone thinks I look like a clown. Because the point is I like how I look. the consultants I know feel that is their mission as well, to help women feel good and confident in the product. If I feel like a consultant is blowing smoke, then they don't make the sale. As has been pointed out, there are plenty of consultants to choose from out there.
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Post by llinin on Mar 2, 2017 20:40:01 GMT
I own a fair amount of LLR. Mostly leggings, perfect Ts and Nicoles. I also own one Carly that I just won/received from a Pea consultant. (If you're reading this, thank you April!) The Carly is cute, but I think it's overpriced for what it is and I'm not sure I love the longer hem in the back. I'm in my mid-50's, wear a size 14-16 and when I wear my leggings with a perfect T or other tunic top, I always get compliments. Surprisingly, my rather conservative husband always tells me I look cute in my LLR. I've also worn the perfect Ts with jeggings and received compliments. I've recently been reading about the proliferation of holes in the leggings, so I will be buying less of those for awhile. I'm trying capri leggings from a couple of other brands because I find the LLR leggings too hot in the summer and I don't want to have to "make" capri leggings. There is one Nicole that I'm on the hunt for, but I've not yet found it. Other than that, I likely won't buy any for awhile unless I find a perfect T I can't resist. SaveSaveWhere have you found capri leggings?? Brands? Links? I love LLR but would love some capri length! TY!
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Post by heathers on Mar 2, 2017 21:06:28 GMT
I lost my amazing hairstylist to Lularoe so I'm slightly bitter. Maybe when the hype dies down, she'll start taking hair clients again. I bought a few items off of her and while they are okay, I can't see myself spending that much money on clothes that are just "okay". The leggings immediately had pin holes in the bum with barely wearing them for a few hours in the house. I loved the look of the Randy and then once I received it I wanted to send it right back. Very bleh. I most certainly can't wear the items to work and I'd rather go to target for lounge clothes. I am interested to see what happens with the company as a whole as they keep gaining more and more consultants and the quality doesn't seem to be getting better.
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Post by roxley on Mar 2, 2017 21:59:39 GMT
Omg😆 There is a face book site page called "Lula Bloopers". Show pictures of prints that just look "wrong" when worn. So funny. I will try to post a link later if no one finds it.
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Post by MsChiff on Mar 3, 2017 0:40:30 GMT
bethany102399 - EDITED -- I got the dress from a consultant. Thank you for your offer! llinin -- I ordered capri leggings from Legging Army and from Amazon - VIV. I haven't yet received either, so I can't comment on the quality. SaveSaveSaveSaveSaveSaveSaveSaveSaveSave
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scorpeao
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Post by scorpeao on Mar 3, 2017 2:04:01 GMT
I own a fair amount of LLR. Mostly leggings, perfect Ts and Nicoles. I also own one Carly that I just won/received from a Pea consultant. (If you're reading this, thank you April!) The Carly is cute, but I think it's overpriced for what it is and I'm not sure I love the longer hem in the back. I'm in my mid-50's, wear a size 14-16 and when I wear my leggings with a perfect T or other tunic top, I always get compliments. Surprisingly, my rather conservative husband always tells me I look cute in my LLR. I've also worn the perfect Ts with jeggings and received compliments. I've recently been reading about the proliferation of holes in the leggings, so I will be buying less of those for awhile. I'm trying capri leggings from a couple of other brands because I find the LLR leggings too hot in the summer and I don't want to have to "make" capri leggings. There is one Nicole that I'm on the hunt for, but I've not yet found it. Other than that, I likely won't buy any for awhile unless I find a perfect T I can't resist. SaveSaveWhere have you found capri leggings?? Brands? Links? I love LLR but would love some capri length! TY! Agnes and Dora have Capri length and soon Fabulegs will too
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Post by 50offscrapper on Mar 3, 2017 4:20:05 GMT
Thank you for your quick answers. I was hoping I had somehow read wrong, or was confused or mistaken. Someone I know has just advertised becoming a new consultant. I literally just bought her & her family toilet paper (among other things) last month because she couldn't afford it. I'm guessing she used their tax refund to pay for the start-up kit. I'm kind of heart-broken for their kids, and now really hoping she does exceedingly well in a very over-saturated market. Thanks again for your quick answers. Love you, peas. See that would totally piss me off! I can see on one hand, that she is attempting to bring in an income to her family and I acknowledge that and good for her. BUT. On the other hand she could have set aside $1000 of the tax refund - assuming this WAS funded from a tax refund to cover emergencies. If she went into debt to do this then she is a fool!!! I love to help people when they need it, and I have done so many many times, but I will say that I am easily jaded by this kind of behaviour. People need to learn to act responsibly. My DH and I have worked for many years, often long hours, and we choose to make grown up decisions that we sometimes don't like because we didn't have the money at the time. We denied ourselves our wants, so we had our needs. Heck! we STILL do this. It really pisses me off when people make poor choices, then put their hand out. Now of course there are situations that occur that just suck, and life happens through no fault of their own, that is entirely different. I am mostly a stay at home Mom, I work 2 days a week at my kids school. So I have school breaks off with my kids. My family has made sacrifices for me to stay home with the kids, and with DHs' work and travel schedule it just makes sense for us. I have one friend and almost every break, she is asking (hear...expecting) me to watch her kids while her and her DH are at work. They never came fed, so I was feeding them breakfast, lunch, snacks, and sometimes even dinner. I have done it a lot, but I am now burned and at the point that she will now be hearing the word, NO! She never pays me to watch the kids, she does say thank you, but there is never even a small gift card as a thank you. Then, they head off on a week long cruise.....Must be nice! Two incomes, no childcare costs, nice family cruise. I am refuse to assist in this any longer. Call me selfish, but we always had to pay for childcare, and never expect/ed freebies. Sorry for the rant.
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Post by Legacy Girl on Mar 3, 2017 5:28:36 GMT
You better believe the women selling this stuff are telling women they look fabulous and they better get it quick because they only made x of that pattern and this all there is! Not saying they are lying to the women, but I don't doubt for a minute they all find something to compliment the women on their outfits. How many leggings would they sell if they said "this really exemplifies your cellulite, maybe you should skip it!" or "this loose top really hides your rolls well!" Of course they would never say that! They're instead going to compliment, compliment, compliment. Which equals sales and $$$. That all said, I think LuLaRoe is unattractive, personally. Flying pigs and pizza slices? Who the hell wears that and thinks it looks good? It may be fine if you're 10-years-old, but I shudder when I see grown women wear it. I really wish people would stop adding me to their FB groups.. I have said since the very beginning that LLR reminds me of the story of the Emperor's New Clothes! His tailors have dressed him in nothing at all, but they insist that his ensemble is spectacular, and no one wants to be the one to tell him he's actually naked. While I have a couple of pairs of LLR patterned leggings, which I wear with solid tops, no one will ever convince me that the mismatched patterns like those pictured earlier in this thread are actually stylish and attractive. And now that I've found cute, affordable leggings to fit my curves at a local bricks and mortar store, I probably won't be investing much more money in LLR pieces.
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alphagam5
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Post by alphagam5 on Mar 3, 2017 5:42:04 GMT
Flying pigs is asking for trouble. lol
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