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13 Bath Towels Too Pretty to Hide in the Linen Closet

Shop these stand-out bath linens that are soft, absorbent, and beautiful to behold.

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Your bath towels have several jobs. Not only do they need to be able to dry your skin, but they should also complement your décor and feel soft to the touch. Believe it or not, you can have it all. From enveloping waffle weave iterations to beautifully printed designs, there are towels on the market that will look incredible in your bathroom—and still accomplish the task of being absorbent and gentle.

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Serena & Lily Healdsburg Bath Collection

Serena & Lily Healdsburg Bath Collection
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This pink-sand set features a hand-knotted tassel fringe that will hang attractively on your bathroom's rod. Each piece is loomed using pure Turkish cotton, giving the textiles a soft feel while ensuring their signature absorbency.

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Pottery Barn Julia Berolzheimer Lucy Scalloped Towel

Pottery Barn Scalloped Towels

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These classic white towels get a small pop of fun with scalloped edges trimmed in either green or blue. They're also highly absorbent and retain their vibrant white hue well over time.

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Martha Stewart 100% Cotton Bath Towel Set

Martha Stewart Towels

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This classic set from our founder features highly absorbent, 100 percent cotton construction, fade resistance, and double-stitched hems for towels that will last for years. Plush and cozy, the set includes two bath towels, two hand towels, and two washcloths.

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West Elm Turkish Tassel Towels

West Elm Turkish Towels

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These beautiful Turkish tassel towels come in an array of soft colors and get softer with every wash—without losing any of their absorbency. Made from 100 percent cotton, they also feature a sweet tassel trim.

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Anthropologie Brigette Bath Towel

Anthropologie towel

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Bring the outside in with these bath towels that feature a fresh dragonfly motif. Matching hand towels complete the look.

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Opalhouse Multi Striped Sonoma Towel

Opal House Target Towel

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If your bathroom could use a fun splash of color, consider these bright striped towels. Made from 100 percent terry cotton, they're soft and absorbent as well as eye-catching with multicolor embroidered stripes and contrasting trim with fringe.

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Hamburg House 3-Piece Willow Towel Set

Hamburg House Three-Piece Willow Towel Set in Green
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If you're looking for an extra-soft set, you will love the feel of these combed cotton towels by Hamburg House. Each one features an embroidered willow leaf design that gives the set a unique touch.

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Parachute Home Soft Rib Towel

Parachute Home Soft Rib Towels
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Dry off faster with these ultra-absorbent towels, which are made using 100 percent long-staple Turkish cotton and feature a sculpted ribbed design.

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Coyuchi Temescal Organic Towels

Coyuchi Temescal Organic Towels
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A unique weaving method means these cozy towels dry in record time. Unlike other iterations, there are no chemical softeners added in the process of their creation, making them the perfect option for anyone looking to bring some organic textiles into their home.

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Anthropologie Merida Towel Collection

Anthropologie Merida Towel Collection
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These bright towels from Anthropologie are Oeko-Tex certified, which means they are made using eco-friendly methods. The retro floral-printed design will instantly elevate any bathroom.

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Hawkins New York Simple Waffle Towel

Hawkins New York Simple Waffle Towel
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Made from 100 percent cotton, these waffle weave towels were designed with both absorbency and eco-consciousness in mind. Each piece is loomed using knit cotton and then finished and stonewashed in Portugal. An added bonus? They're available in 12 different colors, so you're guaranteed to find a hue that goes with your current bathroom aesthetic.

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Pottery Barn Textured Striped Towel Set

Pottery Barn Textured Striped Towel Set
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Wrap yourself in comfort with this premium bath towel, formulated from ultra-absorbent Turkish cotton. The wavy, ribbed texture boasts a contemporary look, while the high-pile weave gets fluffier with every wash.

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Anthropologie Ernestine Bath Towel Collection

Anthropologie Ernestine Bath Towel Collection
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Rendered in plush, soft cotton, this understated floral print bath towel is ideal for people who appreciate a neutral color palette but still want something beyond white or beige. The Oeko-Tex-certified towel is machine- and dryer-safe.

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