In hotels or spas, colored stripes often indicate:
Towel type (bath sheet vs. hand towel vs. washcloth)
Laundry sorting (e.g., white stripe = bleach-safe)
In retail brands, signature stripes (like Frette’s double band or Matouk’s border) signal luxury heritage.
4. Vertical vs. Horizontal Weave Lines
Vertical loops (running top to bottom): Standard construction
Horizontal accent lines: Often created by jacquard weaving—a sign of higher-end manufacturing and design intentionality
How to Use This Knowledge When Buying Towels
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