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One button to turn on. Automatically goes off after 60 minutes. Great size! I put two towels in it. Can’t wait to try some blankets in there. So far, very happy!" Currently retailing for £117 ...

Towel choice is intensely subjective — for every full-throated waffle obsessive, there are plenty willing to argue the merits of a flat-weave Turkish set. Still, there are a few characteristics ...

With a slightly textured feel and a classic French stripe, it doesn’t get more timeless or versatile than these kitchen towels from Williams Sonoma. The culinary destination is known for ...

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Struggling with towels that feel more like sandpaper than a soft embrace? There's a nifty trick to restore their fluffiness, and it's easier than you might think. Overstuffing your washing machine ...

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Kevin Brouillard is a contributing writer at Travel + Leisure, specializing in outdoor gear and apparel. He has over five years of experience writing travel and lifestyle content for digital ...