A few weeks ago, an engaged friend of mine was pondering china selections on her blog. Does anyone register for fancy schmancy china anymore? Is functional and quirky the new norm?

For our wedding, we registered for pieces from the modern and decidedly usable Noritake Colorwave collection (in graphite). We chose the “quad,” square-ish plates that have a soft, lifted edge, and the tulip accent plates.

While we use these simple white plates from Target for everyday, Tuesday night with the ladies and any other remotely “fancy” dinners are always served on my Colorwave china.

And, because I am fortunate to have fabulous people in my life, the Noritake fun doesn’t stop there.

Like I mentioned a long while ago, our cute corner cabinet is filled with Noritake Altadena china, an heirloom collection given to A. and me by an old family friend. It was her mother’s. I love it.

But…will I ever use it? I don’t think so. It’s just too perfect – no scratches or chips.

What about you, dearest readers? Are your plates anything special? I know there are scads of cute patterns out there right now. Maybe we need some more…maybe I should talk to A. On second thought, I don’t think that would be a very long conversation.

Dreaming of this baby,