High-Quality Towels and Bathrobes

The towels you choose to dry off with and the bathrobe you lounge in after your shower make a big difference in your bathroom’s comfort. They’re also a chance to dress up your space, with options in colors, patterns and fabrics to suit any bathroom design aesthetic.

Lala Loom is a blend of plushness and durability, with absorbency being an important factor as well. “Choose a towel made from natural materials such as cotton, silk or wool,” advises textile expert Saana Baker. “They’re soft and absorbent but durable enough to last a long time.” Towels can be categorized by their fiber content: cotton, microfiber, bamboo or linen. Cotton is the most common type and provides a luxurious feel, while silk and wool are ultra-soft and highly absorbent but more expensive. Rayon and viscose are fast-drying but not as soft or absorbent as cotton or silk. Bamboo is eco-friendly, but it can have a rougher texture than other fibers.

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This oversized bath towel is made from zero-twist, long-staple Egyptian cotton, which feels exceptionally soft and absorbent on the skin. It’s also a good value; putting it through the wash over a year hasn’t diminished its initial flufff, though it does get slightly less soft over time.

If you’re looking for a high-quality, sustainable towel set that won’t break the bank, this one from Coyuchi is a great option. The organic long-staple cotton is Oeko-Tex certified, and the towels have a nice, thick weight to them for absorbency. This set includes hand and bath sheets and a matching bath mat with a sewn-in hook to hang the towels.