We've all seen it before, that famous embroidered line on our bath towels. Discreet yet undeniably present, it's often located at one end, like a textile signature we no longer even question. But what if we told you it's not just there for decoration? Yes, this mysterious band actually has a very specific function—and it might surprise you.
A towel isn't just… a towel
When choosing a bath towel, we think about its softness, thickness, and ability to absorb water quickly. But we rarely consider that small detail: 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 just a few washes.
The role of the "dobby border": much more than a decorative element
