Bath Towels

How to Choose Bath Towels

When you step out of the bath or shower, you want a bath towel that is luxuriously soft and absorbent. The bathroom is like an oasis in the home but is often overlooked when planning the decor. Why not bring some sophistication into this space by choosing bath towels that are not only hard-working and long-wearing but also beautiful extensions of your style? Bath towels are an easy way to update the look of your bath, especially when paired with your favorite bath hardware and finishes to keep the room looking fresh. You can choose absorbent ribbed bath towels that blend with your existing color scheme, or try contrasting patterns and textures that play off of your existing shower curtain rings or other bath decor. Either way, don't forget to add your favorite towel ring. For further customization, try mixing colors, patterns and even borders between your washcloths, hand and bath towels, and bath sheets.

Towel Materials and Sizes

One hundred percent cotton provides the most absorbency and is a great choice for any room in the home. For true luxury, choose Egyptian or Turkish cotton weights. Egyptian cotton has extra long fibers that enhance durability and absorbency. Opulent Turkish cotton lends a lavish, plush feel that dries quickly and becomes even softer after multiple washes. Turkish cotton fits beautifully into any bath space because of its excellent softness and strength. Consider this material for hand towels in the hallway bathroom to give guests a touch of luxury alongside stylish bath accessories. A bath towel is great for spaces such as small bathrooms, the guest bathroom or even your gym bag.

What Is a Bath Sheet?

A bath sheet is a large bath towel. Measuring 35"x58" minimum, bath sheets can be wide and long enough to wrap entirely around your body as you get ready in the bathroom. Expansive bath sheets provide more absorbency and more comfort because they are larger than bath towels. Because of their size, they are easier to hang on a wall hook instead of folding them on a towel rack. Bath sheets are a luxuriously cozy way to warm up on a cold day. Pick out oversized bath sheets in chic colors and textures and pair them with nurturing self-care products like fragrance diffusers and candles to create a relaxing, spa-like experience when you step out of the shower.