I like them. The quality is great - but they are a little prettier in the picture than they are in person, I don't know why. Maybe it's the lighting. I am not sure if young people would like these holiday plates, unless their tastes are more "traditional," (a euphemism for "Grandma.") But if you like birds, maybe they would seem less Grandma to you. They would be really attractive for a holiday luncheon with a red (or green) tablecloth and gold chargers, candles on the table. Also, I could see them being used as a small wedding reception set that could be brought out each holiday....Now that would be FUN.