Choosing the Perfect Bath Towel for Your Home
There’s truly nothing like stepping out of your shower and into the embrace of a warm towel, especially while we’re in the throes of winter! But much like most other homewares and furniture, there’s a style, texture, material, size, and palette for every preference, and finding your perfect fit can become quickly overwhelming. If you’re looking to avoid hours spent scrolling various websites looking for the best set to suit, you’ve come to the right place.
Here are some towels worth checking out:
For premium longevity:
- Aura Home Haven Bath Towel Range, from $29.95
These luxury bath towels are crafted in the finest Australian-grown cotton and feature an ultra-plush 700GSM weave that feels gentle against the skin. Ideal for those who want lavish comfort and sustainable luxury.
For absorbency:
- Sheridan Living Textures Trenton Towel Collection, from $8.49
Known for its structured weave design, this collection offers consistent drying performance while maintaining a lavishly soft feel. Available in a variety of sleek colours.
For sensitive skin:
- Alessia Cotton Bamboo Rib Bath Towel, from $29.99 (was $59.99)
Bamboo blends are hypoallergenic and moisture-wicking, making them perfect for sensitive skin. This option is Oeko-Tex certified and comes with a five-year warranty.
For colour range:
- Sheet Society Tommy Cotton Towels, from $30
Designed to coordinate with Sheet Society’s cult bedding range, these towels are available in a broad palette of pastels and neutrals. Ideal for interior-focused Australians.
For the complete set:
- Bed Threads Bath Sheet Bundle, $234 (was $260)
This bundle includes two bath sheets, two hand towels, and a bath mat. The deep and gorgeous tonal colour system makes it the best all-in-one option for a cohesive home refresh.
Bath Towels vs Bath Sheets
First things first, the age-old debate: bath towel, or bath sheet? If you’re unsure of the difference, it comes down to size. While a bath towel is generally 70cm x 140cm, a bath sheet tends to sit around the 90cm x 160cm mark, giving you quite a bit extra to wrap yourself up in. If you don’t have a lot of space to hang laundry, opt for a bath towel – it’s also worth considering that bath sheets can take up quite a bit of room in the wash. However, if you have the space for it, a bath sheet is a luxury you can definitely afford!
We’ve put together our favourite bath towel and sheet ranges for every palette and style. All that’s left to do is add to cart.
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Top Picks for Bath Towels and Sheets
01. Elysian Haven Towel Collection
- from $12.99 (was $34.99), Harris Scarfe
Best for: affordable, hotel-style luxury
What makes it stand out from the rest is the unique zero-twist cotton; weaving the fibres in a way that eliminates the need for twisting. Luxuriously fluffy and lightweight, these towels are designed to soak up moisture so that you are dry and refreshed in no time. A bath towel ($23.99) and bath sheet ($32.99) are available for purchase.
Materials: Cotton
Colours: Charcoal, Indigo, Ocean Blue, Teal, White
02. Sheet Society Tommy Cotton Towels
- from $30, Sheet Society
Best for: mixing and matching
Designed to coordinate with Sheet Society’s cult bedding range, and available in a broad palette of pastels and neutrals, this towel range is ideal for interior-focused Australians who want their towels to integrate seamlessly with their linen aesthetic. Free worldwide shipping and same-day dispatch also sweeten the deal.
I personally own these towels in the Bambi Stripe colourway, and it’s truly added a pop of colour and joy into my bathroom. I love that I can swap the towels around for a different look — Rachel Weisz, Shopping Writer
Materials: 100% Combed Cotton
Colours: 17 colours available
03. Sheridan Living Textures Trenton Towel Collection Bath Towel
- $22.99 (was $39.95), Harris Scarfe
Best for: absorbency & quick-dry performance
The Sheridan Trenton earns the performance crown because of its structured weave design and consistent drying performance while maintaining a lavishly soft feel. Designed for everyday home use, the collection is available in a variety of sleek colours. Options include the choice of a hand towel ($12.99) or bath sheet ($46.99) to add to your collection.
Materials: Egyptian Cotton
Colours: Amethyst, Ash, Carbon, Granite, Misty Blue, Oriental Blue, Peppermint, Royal Blue, Teal, White
04. Heritage Luxury Egyptian Towel Range
- from $10 (was $20), Myer
Best for: colour range and style
Crafted in luxurious Egyptian cotton, Heritage’s towel range is all about refined and considered design. Available in a range of colours, its high-comfort feel and generous sizing are what makes it stand out from the rest.
I highly recommend the bath sheet if you’re after generous sizing – it feels like you’re being wrapped up in a hug! — Rachel Weisz, Shopping Writer
Materials: Egyptian Cotton
Colours: Indigo, Sage, Forest Green, Winter White, Light Blue, Dark Coal, Silver
05. Dri Glo Zero Twist Bath Towel
- $23.99 (was $39.99), Harris Scarfe
Best for: lightweight everyday use
Using only the finest Australian cotton yarns, the Dri Glo Zero Twist Bath Towel is super soft, durable and gentle for everyday use.
Materials: Cotton
Colours: Black, Green, Purple, Red, Steel, Stone, Teal, White
06. Sheridan Aven Stripe Cotton Towel Collection
- from $24.49 (was $34.99), Myer
Best for: Australian-grown cotton
This stripe design from Sheridan is popular for a reason. The collection offers the perfect balance of softness and absorbency, and is available in a hand towel, bath towel, bath sheet and bath mat with a mid-weight feel.
Materials: 100% Australian Cotton Terry
Colours: Limestone, Green Olive, Skylight
07. Hommey 2 Pack Bath Towel
- $88, Hommey
Best for: pure softness and plush feel
Hommey’s beach towels and robes have become firm Australian favourites, with its bath range made from dense 700gsm cotton that is super absorbent, with long piles giving an extra soft hand feel. Piece-dyed solid colourways offer a beautiful depth of tone; also available in a large range of solid, pattern and pinstripe offerings.
Materials: 100% Combed Cotton
Colours: 27+ colours available
08. Alessia Cotton Bamboo Rib Bath Towel
- $29.99 (was $59.99), Canningvale
Best for: sensitive skin
Bamboo blends have gained popularity not only for their quick-drying properties and luxurious texture, but also their hypoallergenic and moisture-wicking properties; perfect for sensitive skin and allergies. Oeko-Tex certified and backed by Canningvale’s five-year warranty, this premium option is designed to see you through the years.
Materials: Cotton, Bamboo
Colours: Fresco Blue, Menthol, Dusk, Porcini Gray, Raisin
09. Bed Threads Bath Sheet Bundle
- $234 (was $260), Bed Threads
Best for: a complete bathroom refresh
The bathroom bundle includes two bath sheets, two hand towels and a bath mat, which is everything needed to overhaul a bathroom in one hit. The deep and gorgeous tonal colour system (designed to mix with their bedding line) makes it the best all-in-one option for a cohesive home refresh.
Materials: 100% Cotton Terry
Colours: Berry, Bubblegum, Crisp White, Apple, Moss, Aegean, Sky, Violet, Espresso
10. Aura Home Haven Australian Cotton Bath Towel Range
- from $29.95, THE ICONIC
Best for: premium longevity and durability
This luxury bath towel collection from Aura Home is described as your gateway to unparalleled comfort and eco-conscious elegance. The set includes two bath towels, one hand towel and one bath mat. The ultra-plush 700GSM weave is designed to feel gentle against the skin, crafted in the finest Australian-grown cotton. If you’re after lavish comfort and sustainable luxury, look no further than this range.
Materials: 100% Australian Cotton
Colours: Mulberry, Natural, Sage, Dove, Chocolate, Shell, Bronze, Pecan, Sand, Khaki, Slate
