Merrill Announces New Clothing Line

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses the upcoming launch of Merrill's new Impressions collection, which includes business-building tools and wearables featuring The Pampered Chef logo. Participants express excitement about the new products and share personal experiences related to previous merchandise, particularly regarding sizing and quality issues.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses excitement about the new products but notes they will not attend the conference.
  • Several participants mention that there will be some new items available at the conference, although the website will not be updated until July 23.
  • One participant shares their experience with VIP's products, stating they found them too expensive and of erratic quality.
  • Another participant expresses hope that Merrill's sizing will be more consistent compared to previous vendors.
  • Several users discuss their dissatisfaction with the fit and sizing of previous merchandise, mentioning issues like shirts being too short or too large.
  • One participant humorously comments on the design of the new collection, expressing a desire for longer shirts due to their long torso.
  • Another participant shares a humorous take on the idea of wearing a fruit hat in a professional photo.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the quality and sizing of previous merchandise, with some participants expressing dissatisfaction while others are hopeful about the new collection. No clear consensus emerges on the overall expectations for the new products.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and opinions about previous merchandise from VIP and express curiosity about the new offerings from Merrill. The discussion reflects a mix of excitement and skepticism regarding product quality and fit.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants interested in the new Merrill collection and those who have experienced issues with previous merchandise may find the shared experiences relevant.

dannyzmom
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Welcome to Merrill's Success Store
Coming soon...!

We at Merrill are thrilled to bring you the NEW Impressions collection of business-building tools, specialty items and wearables featuring The Pampered Chef® logo. Don't miss the exciting launch on July 23, when you can view and order all of the fabulous new items online. We're looking forward to this new opportunity, partnering with The Pampered Chef to serve you better!

Merrill Corporation is an authorized licensed merchandise vendor for The Pampered Chef.


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YAHOO!!! I can't wait to see the new products. (I'm not going to conference.:( )
 
But they WILL be at conference with some stuff, right?
 
I'm sure we'll get a "preview" at NC.
 
The note from HO a couple months ago said that there would be some at Conference. They won't have the website updated until the 23rd, though.
 
Ann, I'm so glad you read and remember EVERYTHING! I can't remember notes from 2 days ago...
 
I'm a nerd that way. Of course, I don't remember everything - I forget a lot of stuff. But this was of special interest to me because I thought VIP was too expensive and their quality too erratic. And the mention of new stuff at conference was in the note that they weren't going to be the vendor anymore.
 
Like I've said, Ann knows everything and even though she denies it, she's really quick at finding the answers! And so that makes us believe that she knows everything! I don't care what she says, she pretty much is a walking everything, sum of all knowledge book for me and I'm so glad she is on here a lot to help keep us informed !:)
 
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Like I've said, Ann knows everyting and even though she denies it, she's really quick at finding the answers! And so that makes us believe that she knows everything! I don't care what she says, she pretty much is a walking everything, sum of all knowledge book for me and I'm so glad she is on here a lot to help keep us informed !:)
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Yeah!
What Cathy said!
 
Here's how shallow I am...I saw the little logo thing on the Merrill website (Impressions) and thought, "Wow! I like that design! I bet the clothes are cute!"

Sheesh...
 
Awww.... you ladies are sweet.

I'm dreading the day I get placed at work and have to do actual work for a client. I'll miss my hourly CS fix. :)
 
Hey, Ann. Since Merrill wil be taking photos for business cards, what do you think my customers would say if I wore your fruit hat in my pic?
 
That would be pretty funny. But I don't think Merrill will take it with the hat on. They stress "professional image."

We can take a pic of you with it on at the bar, and then you can upload it to use. :D
 
^^ROTFLMBO!!! You crack me up Ann!:D
 
Professional, schmessional...have you SEEN one of my Cooking Shows? Dropping stuff, splatting all over, forgetting stuff...and the list goes on. I'm hoping to be at the MNG on Sunday. My AD has a dessert thing in her room that night, but I don't know how long it will go. I WILL be there Monday night if not Sunday.
 
They said they want us to "look" professional! Acting Professional is another WHOLE story! :D
 
chefann said:
I'm a nerd that way. Of course, I don't remember everything - I forget a lot of stuff. But this was of special interest to me because I thought VIP was too expensive and their quality too erratic. And the mention of new stuff at conference was in the note that they weren't going to be the vendor anymore.
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MY Luck with VIP was horrible.... I hope that the jacket that I bought from them... that I washed in white vinegar today will stop the bleeding that it did.... and my hands wont' turn black nor my clothes.

I wonder what Merill is going to have..... should be interesting
 
I hope they make shirts that are a little longer! I have a long torso and as it was their shirts were made short. Then they shrank up even higher...like a half shirt or something. I don't think that would look very professional. :0)
 
I agree with you on that one..... or stuff that fits... not three sizes to big.....
 
Christ Follower said:
I hope they make shirts that are a little longer! I have a long torso and as it was their shirts were made short. Then they shrank up even higher...like a half shirt or something. I don't think that would look very professional. :0)
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You could pierce your bellybutton and use one of the charms as the belly ring... Now THAT would be a good conversation starter at the mall, school, beach, etc.!
 
chefann said:
The note from HO a couple months ago said that there would be some at Conference. They won't have the website updated until the 23rd, though.
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Now who's bright idea was it to make us have to wait almost a week after the last wave ends to be able to get on the website????
 
It's probably just the time they (Merrill) think it will take to get it up, after taking oodles of orders at conference. VIP always took a week or so after conference to update, too.
 
mommyhugz1978 said:
MY Luck with VIP was horrible.... I hope that the jacket that I bought from them... that I washed in white vinegar today will stop the bleeding that it did.... and my hands wont' turn black nor my clothes.

I wonder what Merill is going to have..... should be interesting
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Which jacket do you have? I have the black suede one, but haven't worn it yet as it is 1-2 sizes too big and still need to get it altered. (and i followed the sizing chart on vip's site!). If it is the same one, I would love more info on what it did and how the vinegar wash helped... thanks!
 
Its the black Microfiber Suede one......... I washed it yesterday and Hung it to dry.... but I haven't' tried to see if it will turn my hands again...... yeah I followed their size chart as well..... mine is one or two sizes too big for me as well.
 
Well who's idea was it to take a large size shirt and put a 2X tag on it? Big Mama ain't happy when that happens.
 
LMBO....... And I would like to know who's idea it was to take a 4X shirt and put a 2x tag on it ? I am big but dang I am not a filliping huge!!! Come on peeps...
 
I do hope that Merrill's sizing is more consistant. Last year at NC I tried on every sample style that VIP had on display (even the ones that I didn't like). Depending on the style, I wore either a S, M, or L....ridiculous!
 
Okay so while we are at it...Who decided to cut 4 inches off the bottom of those shirts? I don't think they thought of the fact I might not want the belly flap hanging out for the world to see everything I raise my hand! AND I am not interested in see-through shirts either. Hello, I am a size 2X or 3X. Who wants to see-through to that? hahaha
 
You know it is one thing when we as women start feeling good about our selves and our looks but when you go to try on clothes I think the people who make them and design them try their darnedest to make us feel really bad. IS that to make us buy them or to scare us away?
 
Soozeeq said:
Okay so while we are at it...Who decided to cut 4 inches off the bottom of those shirts? ...........
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I'm pretty short so that part is fine with me! hehehehe! It would be nice if they carried petitie and regular sizes though.
 
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