So when I opened the package, the sheets had a funny smell; not good or bad, just odd. Maybe this is because of the recycled material. After washing them, they smelled clean and fresh. The fabric was soft and comfortable. The only draw backs were (1) that it is so thin, you can see thru it (look ar the pilloe case photo) & (2) that were very wrinkled. I wish they had a more wrinkle free blend of materials. Overall, nice sheets.