Seeing this dinnerware on my table makes me beyond happy.  They are subtly eye catching...  a touch of 'lace' for the table.  Wasn't sure about going more white after having sets with more color and detailed design; these are more 'egg shell' than stark white though with understated design around edges; classy... more 'me.'  I have never been drawn to plates that are more boldly 'artful' and 'pretty', because they seem to lose their charm when food is placed on them, often covering the art.  As far as I'm concerned, these are stand-alone inviting and are complimented with food.  You can't go wrong.