Follow current design trends (hello, minimalist stripes!).
But—and this is a fun but—some lines do serve a purpose beyond looking pretty. In the world of textiles, weaving techniques can tell you a lot about durability, absorbency, and even the age of the towel. Let’s dive deeper into the four types of towel lines and what they really signal.
🔍 The 4 Types of Towel Lines (And What They Really Signal)
1. The Dobby Border: Quality’s Quiet Signature
If you see a narrow, textured band (often geometric or honeycomb-patterned) near the edge of the towel, you’re looking at a Dobby border.
What it means: This isn’t just printed on; it’s woven using a special attachment on the loom called a “dobby head.” This technique allows for intricate, small-scale patterns that standard jacquard looms can’t easily handle.
Why it matters: Dobby borders are often found on higher-quality towels. They add structural integrity to
