I've had this dinner set for some time now and every time I bring it out for a special occasion I am so pleased that I chose it.  I love that it has an unusual shape to the plates and the china is an off-white not a stark bright white.  The bowl shape is especially different.  No matter what I serve on this china, it makes the food look classy and well presented.  Overall this set gives an Italian elegance to my dinner table and I've had many compliments.