I purchased this set to replace my old stainless...and only because they don't fit in my new dishwasher basket! (Shame on the (unnamed company) for making the slots smaller...half the basket won't accommodate the wide ends mine have...*HINT*...take yours when you go dishwasher shopping!). This set is very modern to me...and so shiny! It is light but feels good in my hands...I am excited to make use of every piece and hope it holds up well for the future. The price was great for the set!