the beads on the qvc ones are a coloured sheer resin which is very different to others i have seen, with the crystals stuck into the bead. i have not lost any stones and they really shimmer. what is putting me off is the cord. its a waxed cotton and i dont like putting it on and off. the lola rose bracelets with this cord are easy to slide these are not.
my sister has a tresor paris and imo there is very little difference in it. her daughter has a £8 one and it looks comparable i was quite shocked. doubt the £8 will last a long time lol!