I took a gamble, and it paid off. "Lilac" is not the like purple-y color Americans think of, this lilac is a gorgeous, modern, adult baby blue. Think baby blue with a hint of gray. It makes me happy every time I look at it. And the pure white interior? So perfect!This mug is massive, 20 ounces is more than I can drink at once. That said, I still love it because the base is wider than the 13 ounce version (I love that one too, but always had a worry it would tip.) This mug never sparks a negative thought. Hefty, balanced, and with a slight pear-shape, the mug feels good in your hand. The glaze is smooth, and well I won't go on about the color again :) The lid (and the volume) keeps my tea hot for a long time, so no worries there either.If you are curious, the lid and the strainer basket are interchangeable with the 13-ounce. I just add half-again as much tea as for the smaller mug, and it brews perfectly.