Undrthedock t1_jcz1ujm wrote on March 20, 2023 at 5:24 PM

I picked up some Super Pile towels from Abyss & Habidecor probably 7 years ago, and they’re still kicking butt. Very expensive towels, but they’re by far the softest, most absorbing, and nicest towels that I’ve ever owned. If they’re in your budget, or you can find them on sale they’re really phenomenal towels.

adrianmakedonski OP t1_jcz24yq wrote on March 20, 2023 at 5:26 PM

Money is no object. I bet if you divided the cost per use compared to the cheap ones I have, yours would still be cheaper.

Undrthedock t1_jcz2w34 wrote on March 20, 2023 at 5:31 PM

In that case, Abyss & Habidecor Super Pile are about the best you can buy. They will spoil you.

Jock-cib t1_jcz6jo7 wrote on March 20, 2023 at 5:54 PM

One question, what parameters to keep in mind while purchasing a towel online? Thread count etc? Any thing else in particular?

Undrthedock t1_jcz8ggx wrote on March 20, 2023 at 6:07 PM

Usually the higher the GSM (grams per square meter) rating the more fluffy and absorbent the towels will be. I usually go with 700+ GSM towels on a minimum for myself. Usually if you can find a higher GSM towel by a reputable manufacturer you should be good to go. High quality materials definitely make a big difference in absorbency and softness as well, so that’s always something to keep in mind. Also the way the towels are stitched, dyed, and put together can be a good indicator of how durable they will be long term.