Decided to purchase these because my 1.5 yr old Wamsuta 400 thread count sheets ripped. Because they ripped after only a year and a half I decided I wasn't going to spend that much on another pair of sheets from a Fancy Brand. These sheets feel stiffer than my 700 thread count Wamsuta sheets I had a few years ago but I'm sure after a few washings they'll soften up. I like the color and the stripe gives a nice visual touch. I think the price is great, 650 thread count for less than I paid for my 400 thread count ripped sheets. I got an even better price on this set of sheet because I got them from the clearance section.