reproductions prints are new fabrics from old designs or time periods.
there's 30s, civil war, etc.
there's nothing wrong with the quality its just a taste preference and a style preference.
i'm sure you've looked at a quilt or a pattern and said i love it but i would prefer to make it in batiks or cottage, etc - its the same thing for me.
i'm just not inspired to work with repro fabrics - well maybe 50s for an apron but thats about it.