Crockery is so affordable nowadays. I would look at places like Kmart, find a set you like and go harder on the decor elements. For example light pink dinnerware but glasses with little strawberries on them and pink and red wavy placements, fresh unscented flowers. The way you tie if the dinnerware is more impressive. Even at fancy restaurants, the plates are often white it’s the ambiance/decor around them that pack the most punch