I am a new fan to Fiestaware-- especially their new colors.  I got this perky gem in "Slate"  (a lush shade of gray).  I'll use  this bowl mostly for Big Salads and large servings of soup.  An oversized helping of "Apple Brown Betty" with ice cream on top would swim well in this one too.  All my Fiestaware items have come well packaged and in flawless condition. I rate this 5+ stars.