I took a chance. I like 250 thread count or higher cotton sheets. So, because there are no other colorfully, busy designed sheet sets out there, I have been wanting color to mix & match with my other sets. These are beautiful, but I do not care for the slick Microfiber sheets. I will say that the sheets even though light and thin, do hold the body heat in better, keeping one warmer than you think.  The thin appearance leads one to believe that this is just not a good quality sheet, but don't let that fool you! Even though, thin in appearance, they would make a good winter sheet-- even better than flannel. I would not use these during the summer. I just hope, in the future, to see more 250 count thread sheet sets like these hit the market! Thank you!