Let me start by saying I've been using this Corelle 18-piece set for about a month now, and overall, I'm pretty impressed. The lightweight design is a game-changer - my cabinets have never been so organized! The plates and bowls stack like a dream, saving so much space compared to my old bulky dishes.

The durability is no joke either. I may or may not have dropped a bowl (oops!), and it survived without a chip. That triple-layer glass technology really works. They're microwave and dishwasher safe too, which makes my life so much easier.

Now about the design... The dinner plates are gorgeous with their vibrant blue leaf pattern. But I agree with some reviewers - the smaller plates and bowls could use more color. The muted tones make them look a bit dull next to the vibrant dinner plates. It's like they got shy halfway through designing the set!

The size might surprise you - these are definitely on the smaller side compared to typical American dinnerware. The appetizer plates feel more like saucers, and the bowls hold just enough for cereal but might leave hearty soup lovers wanting more.

One thing to watch out for - inspect each piece carefully when you get them. A few reviewers mentioned quality control issues with the prints. Mine were fine, but it's worth checking before you toss the box.

Bottom line? If you want durable, space-saving dishes that can handle daily use (and occasional drops), this set delivers. Just know you're getting modestly sized pieces with slightly inconsistent coloring across the collection.