The sheets are a beautiful color, and the bottom sheet is well made with quality elastic. I washed and dried the sheets before putting them on, but they still feel a bit rough (maybe because I had 400 thread count sheets on the bed before); I am hoping that they soften with repeated washing.  The top sheet did shrink, so I don't think I will dry it from now on, as it is not as generously sized as the bottom sheet. I hope that I grow to like these sheets more as they become softer.