I have owned a KitchenAid mixer for a few years.  It came with the stainless steel bowl, and I love it.  I have found that sometimes it would be nice to have two bowls for the mixer.  So, I decided to get this second bowl.  It is so beautiful!  I love that it is a softer look than the stainless and that I can switch them out for a change of pace.  It is well made and is as heavy as you would expect, however, it is not so heavy that it is hard to lift and clean.  I would highly recommend this for a change in look or for a second bowl!