When we first opened the package, I could not believe how beautifully silky and soft these towels are. And they're really heavy - in a good, quality way.
There's a bit of a learning curve in getting used to these. They're so soft at first that when you're drying off, they slide against themselves (a "problem" solved after a few washings.) But I loved, loved, loved them!
That being said, I have sad news: our 14-year-old laundry diva found a way to harm these towels. Because they're so heavy,... more info
What more can be said?:
If you've read these reviews, you already know everything. The towels are very soft. They absorb water off of your skin without feeling that they're actually drying you. When they're wet, they're heavy. It's still just a towel though, so if you're having trouble lifting it, you're either old or need to get to the gym quickly. They also take longer to dry. But man are they nice! ;) This is probably the only type of towel I'll buy from now on.
I love these towels!!:
These towels are so soft and fluffy and wonderful! I highly recommend them. They have also thus far getting that mildewy smell that is so common to towels in Hawaii. Definitely worth the price!
Heavy, slow to dry, easy to snag - also silky and luxurious.:
I whole heartedly agree with the review by "memery" and I am puzzled that most Amazon reviewers have not observed how long these towels actually take to try. They are consistently the last items out of my dryer and always take extra cycle time. Memery did not mention the ease with which these towels can snag on any sharp object like the rough edge of a fingernail. This leaves a permanent line in the weave. I have four each of bath, hand and wash cloth sizes. I feel that stating that these towels dry quickly... more info