I think with the right pattern they could look really elegant. Many times when you look at the fabrics alone, they do not reflect what the whole will look like when finished. I know sometimes when people on the board post unfinished things or a block, I wonder what they were thinking. When they post the finished quilt it is beautiful. Don't doubt yourself based on what others think. It is your quilt and your vision. Good luck and I will be watching to see what you do.