This dinnerware set is exactly what I wanted! The large plate is the perfect dinner size, not giant. The smaller plate is big enough for other meals and small enough to limit your portion size. The small bowl is a great size for snacks and the larger bowl works for soups or salads. The bowls have a warm esthetic with the light brown bottoms and brown flecks. It's got personality but is still neutral. So far they have gone through the dishwasher with no chips and they don't get too hot in the microwave. Would highly recommend!