How many pieces do I need — 16, 18, 24, or 32?

A 16-piece set typically covers a service for 4 (dinner plate, salad plate, bowl, mug per setting). 18-piece sets usually drop the mugs and serve 6. 24- and 32-piece sets serve 8 and are the right pick for families or anyone who hosts. Verified-purchase reviewers across Amazon and Target consistently note that buying the larger set up front is cheaper per piece than backfilling later.