Our expert demystifies towel shopping—from plush terry to spa-like waffle—and reveals why that soft store feel is deceptive. Plus care tips to make them last.
Guest: Staff senior writer Jackie Reeve
Products We Recommend:
- Top terry cloth towels: Frontgate Resort Collection Bath Towel
- Budget terry cloth towels: Threshold Spa Plush Towel
- Upgrade terry cloth towels: Riley Spa Bath Towel
- Budget waffle towels: Casaluna Waffle Bath Towel
- Upgrade waffle towels: Onsen Waffle Bath Towel
- Upgrade peshtemal towel: Coyuchi Mediterranean Organic Towel
- Also great (cheaper) peshtemal towel: Huckberry Mediterranean Turkish Towel
- Jackie loves: Sugoi Mart Japan KitKat Variety Pack
Additional Reading:
- The 5 Best Bath Towels of 2025
- The 4 Best Beach Towels of 2025
- All My Houseguests Ask Me About My Towels by Daniela Gorny
- More about Frontgate Resort Cotton Bath Towels
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