My grandma had Corelle dishes when I was a kid, she said they were lightweight and a good value. I bought some white Corelle and they take up minimal shelf space! They stack neatly, are lightweight and my family likes this cute Country Cottage pattern. We use the plates to reheat food in the microwave also. We really like the fact that this Country Cottage pattern in cute and classic. I like that they are affordable and if by chance a kid accidently drops it has a chance of not chipping or breaking!