So happy to find a set of dishes (dinner and dessert size) and bowls without mugs, as I never need new mugs.  The set was extremely affordable when I bought it and it was nice to have a few colors to choose from.  Normally you can find really basis (aka boring) sets - like pure white - or something too bold so this was a nice in-between (I went with the dove gray).  Seems sturdy without being terribly heavy.  All in all, I've only had the set for two days, but I'm really happy with my purchase.  
Only downside is for me is that the dessert plates are on the smaller side, at least compared to what I'm used to.