My favorite color is blue and I’ve been trying to get my kitchen decor to all match. I got myself this Noritake dinnerware set to go with all my other stuff. They hold up well in the microwave, show no signs of chipping and are champs in the dishwasher. Scrubbing it with a normal sponge works great too with no sign of the color fading. We are a family of 4 so this 16 piece set is perfect for us.