India, June 9 -- I used to think a dinner set was just that - plates, bowls, done. Then I paid attention to how much the right dinnerware set can shift the mood of a meal. It is not about going overboard or pulling out fancy stuff you will never use. It is about finding that sweet spot where style meets daily function.

After trying everything from a classic Borosil dinner set to a more contemporary The Earth Store dinner set, I realised the difference it makes to not only the table but the whole dining experience. It could be a melamine dinner set for easy cleanups or a delicate bone china dinner set for a slow weekend lunch. Here are the eight best dinner sets I would recommend.

The Cello Opalware Dazzle Tropical Lagoon dinner set brin...