These are pretty, but not very absorbent. They work for what if wanted, which was taking up less space and not holding bad smells. So far so good.This is a great towel for the beach or pool. I use it as a towel, or as a sarong. I got two of them in the black and white stripe, which is a great look to go with any color bathing suit. It is vey absorbent but thin enough to easily roll up and throw into your pool or beach bag. I could put 4 into my bag, and not feel like it is too much to carry. The only reason I took off one star is that the print is much darker on one side, and the reverse is very faded. It would have a nicer look if it was the same on each side. Definitely recommend!I bought this because I needed a pre-washed towel (I can't use stuff with chemicals straight out of the package). It's very beautiful and multipurpose (scarf, cover-up, curtain, table cloth, and yes, towel). It's not terry cloth, obviously, it's a thin, Turkish style "towel"---i.e. absorbent cloth. And in the event you are allergic to stuff, it will probably not bother you at all. I love it and will buy more.I have already been using this towel in multiple ways, indoors and outdoors. It's a shawl, a towel, a tablecloth, a cover for a chaise longue, a packing cloth, a cat sleeping mat...Great size and very attractive. I took off a star because it is so loosely woven that it snags pretty easily, meaning I will have to handle it more gently than I would like. But I'm very happy with it and expect to use it to death.The color was so vibrant! Washed up super soft. The fringe frays up a bit in the wash. Otherwise, I love the towel. I’ve ordered 4, so clearly I love it!Perfect beach towel! Wish the price was cheaper but hopefully it holds up for a long time!Exactly what I was hoping for. Great size, easy to stuff into a tote bag because it is not bulky. I was tired of carrying a massive pool bag with terry cloth towels for everyone. It washed well and is already pretty absorbant after 1 wash. I will be buying more!These towels are great. They stiffness does soften with laundering and they absorb well. I've purchased more than one!Turkish Cotton, made in Turkey. The real deal.Beautiful towel, light and soft. Perfect for travel. Love it!Good for packing because they fold down very slim. But the fabric is a very light weave. I was expecting them to be a bit thicker.Even after two washes, this towel is still a bit too "silky" to dry skin quickly. Gorgeous colour and weave, though!Cute towel but not at all what I was expectingI use it as a throw on my sofaNice quality, dries fast, comfy, and good size