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We’ve all seen it, that famous embroidered line on our bath towels. Discreet but very present, it’s often located at one end, like a textile signature that we no longer even question. What if we told you it’s not just there for show? Yes, this mysterious stripe actually has a very specific purpose—and it might just surprise you.
A towel isn’t just… a towel
When choosing a bath towel, we think about its softness, its thickness, and its ability to absorb water quickly. But we rarely consider the small detail of the woven border, also known as the “dobby border.” And yet, it’s this band that makes all the difference between a towel that lasts… and one that tears after a few washes.
The role of the “dobby border”: much more than a decorative element
